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    Assessing implementation of infection prevention and control practices among maternity ward healthcare workers at QECH
    (Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, 2021-01-13) Chitimbi, Zacheus; Magombo, Michael; Kamkwanya, Mike
    Type of study: This is a cross section qualitative study design. Research Problem: Healthcare associated infections are one of the major contributing factors to the high mortality rates in maternity wards despite different efforts in hospital infection prevention and control measures. Proper implementation and adherence to the standard measures of infection prevention and control by healthcare workers is an effective means to minimize the risk of transmission of these HAIs in hospitals. Objective: The main objective is to assess how the infection prevention and control practices are being implemented amongst maternity ward healthcare workers at QECH. Methodology: The study participants are clinicians, nurses, hospital cleaners and hospital management. A sample size of 20 participants, selected using purposive sampling method. Data to be collected using in depth interviews facilitated by an interview guide and observation of healthcare workers and their work environment with an audit checklist. Expected results and dissemination: We expect to find out the knowledge of healthcare workers on IPC measures, their perception, attitudes and adherence towards IPC measures and identify barriers to compliance with the IPC measures. The results will be presented at College of Medicine research dissemination presentations and a report is going to be sent to the College of Medicine library. We would also like to publish the study in the Malawi medical journal.