KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, AND PRACTICE REGARDING INTRAVENOUS CANNULATION AMONG INTERNS AND JUNIOR DOCTORS IN A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL: A DESCRIPTIVE CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
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intravenous cannulation, knowledge attitude practice, interns, aseptic technique, infection prevention
Abstract
Background: Intravenous (IV) cannulation is among the most common invasive procedures performed in hospitals. Competent technique and adherence to aseptic precautions are crucial for patient safety. However, improper cannulation practices can lead to complications such as phlebitis, infiltration, or bloodstream infections.
Objectives: To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) regarding IV cannulation among interns and junior doctors in a tertiary care teaching hospital.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 120 participants (60 interns and 60 junior doctors) at a tertiary care teaching hospital in South India. A pre-validated semi-structured questionnaire consisting of 25 items assessing knowledge (10), attitude (7), and practice (8) related to IV cannulation was administered. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests to assess associations between knowledge and practice levels.
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Dr. Savita Balaji Raghavan
Associate Professor, pharmacology, The Oxford medical college, hospital and research centre
Dr. Sushma Naidu V
Professor , Department of Pharmacology, PES University Institute of medical sciences and research, Bangalore,
