TY  - JOUR
TI  - ATTITUDE OF HEALTHCARE STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONALS TOWARDS MRSA AND OTHER MULTIDRUG-RESISTANT INFECTIONS IN HOSPITALS.
PY  - 2025/11/27
Y2  - 2026/01/17
JF  - Flora and Fauna
JA  - Flora and Fauna
VL  - 31
IS  - 2
SE  - Articles
UR  - http://floraandfona.org/index.php/faf/article/view/111
SP  - 291-299
AB  - Background: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and other multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) pose significant challenges to infection control in hospitals. Understanding healthcare workers’ attitudes is crucial for designing effective interventions. Objective: To assess the attitudes of healthcare students and professionals towards MRSA and MDROs in tertiary care hospitals in India.Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 300 participants: 100 MBBS students/interns, 100 nursing students, and 100 technical staff (nurses and technicians) across four tertiary care hospitals. A structured questionnaire assessed knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to MRSA and MDROs. Results: Overall, 72% of respondents recognized MRSA as a serious public health threat. Positive attitudes towards infection control were highest among nursing students (82%), followed by MBBS students/interns (76%), and technical staff (58%). However, only 45% reported consistent adherence to hand hygiene protocols. Fear of personal infection was reported by 61% of participants, while 39% expressed concern about inadequate institutional support. Conclusion: While awareness of MRSA and MDROs is relatively high, gaps remain in attitudes and practices,particularly among technical staff. Targeted educational interventions and stronger institutional infection control policies are recommended
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