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Diş Hekimliği Fakültesi Öğrencilerinin Çapraz Enfeksiyon Kontrolü Konusundaki Bilgi Düzeylerinin Değerlendirilmesi

Year 2024, Volume: 3 Issue: 4, 105 - 110, 24.12.2024

Abstract

Amaç: Diş hekimliğinde çapraz enfeksiyon, patojenlerin hastalar, diş hekimi profesyonelleri ve klinik ortamlar arasında iletilmesi nedeniyle önemli halk sağlığı riskleri oluşturmaktadır. Bu çalışmanın amacı, diş hekimliği fakültesi öğrencilerinin çapraz enfeksiyon kontrol önlemleri konusundaki bilgi düzeylerini değerlendirmektir. Gereç ve Yöntemler: Etik onay, Gülhane Bilimsel Araştırmalar Etik Kurulu'ndan (Onay No. 2024/300) alınmıştır. Önceki araştırmalara dayanarak geliştirilen ve geçerliliği pilot uygulama ile test edilen çevrimiçi anket, iki diş hekimliği fakültesinden öğrencilere dağıtılmıştır. Anket, çapraz enfeksiyon kontrol önlemleri konusundaki bilgi düzeyini değerlendirmiş ve veriler SPSS for Windows Ver. 29.0 kullanılarak analiz edilmiştir. Bulgular: Çalışmaya 483 katılımcı (39,3% erkek, 60,7% kadın; ortalama yaş: 21,57 yıl) dahil edilmiştir. Doğru cevap oranları, eğitim düzeyi ile artmış olup, klinik öğrenciler çoğu anket kategorisinde preklinik öğrencilere göre daha başarılı olmuştur (p ≤ 0,05). Aerosol ile bulaş, yüzey dezenfeksiyonu ve koruyucu önlemler konularında belirli bilgi eksiklikleri tespit edilmiştir. Sonuç: Çalışma, çapraz enfeksiyon protokollerine yönelik bilgi ve uyumun artırılmasında kapsamlı eğitim programlarının kritik rolünü vurgulamaktadır. Teorik bilginin yanı sıra pratik eğitimin de vurgulanması, diş hekimi öğrencilerinin enfeksiyon kontrol önlemlerini etkin bir şekilde uygulamaya hazırlanmaları için önemlidir.

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Evaluation of the Knowledge Level of Dentistry Faculty Students on Cross-Infection Control

Year 2024, Volume: 3 Issue: 4, 105 - 110, 24.12.2024

Abstract

Objective: Cross-infection in dentistry poses significant public health risks due to the transmission of pathogens among patients, dental professionals, and clinical environments. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge level of dental faculty students regarding cross-infection control measures. Materials and Methods: Ethical approval was obtained from the Gülhane Scientific Research Ethics Committee (Approval No. 2024/300). An online survey, developed based on prior research and piloted for validity, was distributed to students from two dental faculties. The survey assessed knowledge of cross-infection control measures, and data were analyzed using SPSS for Windows Ver. 29.0. Results: The study included 483 participants (39.3% male, 60.7% female; mean age: 21.57 years). Correct response rates improved with educational level, with clinical students outperforming preclinical students across most survey categories (p ≤ 0.05). Specific gaps were noted in knowledge of aerosol transmission, surface disinfection, and protective measures. Conclusion: The study highlights the critical role of comprehensive educational programs in improving knowledge and adherence to cross-infection protocols. Emphasizing practical training alongside theoretical knowledge is essential for preparing dental students to effectively implement infection control measures.

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  • 1. Ling ML, Ching P, Cheng J, et al. APSIC dental infection prevention and control (IPC) guidelines. Antimicrob Resist Infect Control. 2023;12(1), 53.
  • 2. Amato A, Caggiano M, Amato M, Moccia G, Capunzo M, De Caro F. Infection control in dental practice during the COVID-19 pandemic. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health. 2020;17(13), 4769.
  • 3. Albishi AKA, Muqbil BASB, Alzaqy HNH, Alqahtani RZA, Alharbi FRS, Al Otaibi BMA. Cross-infection and Infection Control in Dental Clinic: A Narrative Review. ACAM. 2022;9(4).
  • 4. Aydındoğan S, Sayın Z, Marakoğlu İ. İzole bir dental klinikte ultrasonik skaler kullanımı sonrası oluşan aerosol kontaminasyonunun gözlenmesi. Selcuk Dental Journal. 2020; 7(3), 373-378.
  • 5. CDC. Guidelines for infection control in dental health-care settings. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2020.
  • 6. Li X, Kang H, Wang S, et al. Knowledge, attitude, and behavior of hepatitis B virus infection among chinese dental interns. Hepat Mon. 2015;15(5):e25079.
  • 7. Ahmed N, Shakoor M, Vohra F, et al. Knowledge, awareness and practice of health care professionals amid SARS-CoV-2, Corona Virus Disease Outbreak. Pak J Med Sci. 202;36(COVID19-S4):49-56
  • 8. Harrel SK, Molinari J. Aerosols and splatter in dentistry: A brief review of the literature and infection control implications. Journal of the American Dental Association. 2004;135(4), 429-437.
  • 9. Zemouri C, de Soet H, Crielaard W, Laheij A. A scoping review on bio-aerosols in healthcare and the dental environment. PLoS ONE. 2017;15(5), e0233301.
  • 10. Otieno BO, Kihara EN, Mua BN. Infection control practices among private practicing dentists in Nairobi during the pre-coronavirus disease 2019 period. Frontiers in Oral Health. 2020;1, 587603.
  • 11. Arısoy PDM. Diş hekimliğinde çapraz enfeksiyonlar ve kontrolü. A.Ü. Diş Hek. Fak. Derg. 2019;46(3), 187-195.
  • 12. Smith A, Dickson M, Aitken J, Bagg J. Contaminated dental instruments. Journal of Hospital Infection. 2002;78(2), 103-111. 13. Harte JA. Standard and transmission-based precautions: an update for dentistry. The Journal of the American Dental Association. 2010;141(5), 572-581.
  • 14. Pankhurst CL, Coulter WA. Basic guide to infection prevention and control in dentistry. West Sussex: John Wiley & Sons; 2017.
  • 15. Devker NR, Mohitey J, Vibhute A, et al. A study to evaluate and compare the efficacy of preprocedural mouthrinsing and high volume evacuator attachment alone and in combination in reducing the amount of viable aerosols produced during ultrasonic scaling procedure. J Contemp Dent Pract. 2012;13(5), 681-689.
  • 16. Garvin DA, Edmondson AC, Gino F. Is yours a learning organization?. Harvard business review. 2008;86(3), 109.
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Primary Language English
Subjects Surgery (Other)
Journal Section Research Articles
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Neşe Oral 0000-0003-2038-2897

Şükran Ayran 0009-0003-5988-2685

Selma Ece Karabıyıkoğlu 0009-0005-8505-3367

Hilal Peker Öztürk 0000-0003-4774-6232

H. Aykut Özyiğit 0009-0007-8488-6564

Publication Date December 24, 2024
Submission Date November 26, 2024
Acceptance Date December 14, 2024
Published in Issue Year 2024 Volume: 3 Issue: 4

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Vancouver Oral N, Ayran Ş, Karabıyıkoğlu SE, Peker Öztürk H, Özyiğit HA. Evaluation of the Knowledge Level of Dentistry Faculty Students on Cross-Infection Control. EJOMS. 2024;3(4):105-10.

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