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RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK: LESSONS FROM A TERTIARY HEALTHCARE FACILITY IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA.
Osungbade, K; Ilesanmi, O; Oladokun, R; Adekanmbi, O; Eze, U; Afolabi, A; Adetunji, A; Kuti, K; Ojifinni, K; Olopha, O; Dada-Adegbola, H; Fowotade, A; Adebiyi, A; Oladipo, T; Akinmoladun, V; Otegbayo, J.
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  • Osungbade K; Department of Health Policy and Management, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Ilesanmi O; Disease Surveillance Unit, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Oladokun R; Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
  • Adekanmbi O; Department of Paediatrics, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
  • Eze U; College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
  • Afolabi A; College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
  • Adetunji A; Department of Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
  • Kuti K; Department of Pathology, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Ojifinni K; Technical and Strategic Research Directorate, MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices, Abuja, Nigeria.
  • Olopha O; Department of Family Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Dada-Adegbola H; Infectious Disease Institute, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Fowotade A; Staff Medical Services Department, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Adebiyi A; Department of Emergency Medicine, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Oladipo T; Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Abuja, Nigeria.
  • Akinmoladun V; Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
  • Otegbayo J; Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
Ann Ib Postgrad Med ; 21(3): 57-68, 2023 Dec.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38706617
ABSTRACT

Background:

Mitigating the risk of nosocomial infection is one of the core functions of healthcare managers in hospital environments. This study aimed to describe the COVID-19 outbreak response in a tertiary healthcare facility in Nigeria.

Methods:

A qualitative cross-sectional study was conducted among representatives of Heads of Infection Control Committees and units, the Accident and Emergency unit, Family Medicine unit, and Private Suites on the COVID-19 outbreak response at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria. Data were analyzed using Colaizzi's phenomenological method.

Results:

Overall, seven (six physicians and one nurse) HCWs were interviewed; six (71.4%) males and two (28.6%) females. The average age of the key informants was 45 ± 4.73 years. Four themes were identified. Theme one "Essentials of screening protocol and screening area" described the development of screening protocol, and dedication of a triage area. Theme two "Infection prevention and control within consultation premises" detailed adequate spacing; hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment; environmental sanitation; and waste management. Theme three "Mounting up surveillance in the response activity" specified communication with the Disease Surveillance Unit; and surveillance activities. Theme four "Training and psychosocial support for staff " described staff training, and provision of psychosocial care to infected staff.

Conclusion:

The COVID-19 outbreak measures implemented by the management of the University College Hospital, Ibadan were aimed at ensuring that the hospital does not get overwhelmed by the surge in COVID-19 cases. In order to improve outbreak response in hospital settings, it is important to undertake training, modify hospital practices, and evaluate implemented measures.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Ann Ib Postgrad Med Año: 2023 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Nigeria Pais de publicación: Nigeria
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Ann Ib Postgrad Med Año: 2023 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Nigeria Pais de publicación: Nigeria