The Relationship Of The Level Of Knowledge And The Application Of Infection Prevention By Anesthesia Personnel In The Preparation Room And In The Operating Room

Abstract

The operating room environment presents a significant risk for microbial transmission, which can compromise patient safety due to contamination of the anesthesia work area. This study examines the relationship between the level of knowledge of anesthesia personnel and the implementation of infection prevention measures in the preparation room and operating room. The descriptive-analytic method was used in this study, with primary data collected through a structured questionnaire that assessed the level of knowledge and practice of infection prevention among anesthesia staff at RSUP Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo Makassar. This research involved 88 anesthesia personnel, with data analysis using statistical methods to determine the relationship between variables. The results showed that although basic infection prevention practices such as hand hygiene and use of gloves have been implemented well, compliance with equipment disinfection protocols is still low. A significant relationship (p < 0.01) was found between the level of knowledge and implementation of infection prevention, where anesthesia personnel with a higher level of knowledge showed better compliance with infection prevention measures. These findings emphasize the need for increased infection prevention training as well as stricter enforcement of equipment disinfection protocols. Implementation of targeted education programs and strengthening standard operational procedures can improve infection control in the anesthesia environment, thereby reducing the rate of nosocomial infections and improving patient safety.