In this cross-sectional study, the authors examined knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) toward hospital-acquired infection (HAI) prevention among 236 healthcare workers in the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in Northwest Ethiopia. While the study showed that most HCWs had good knowledge (90%) and a positive attitude (57.2%) about HAI prevention, only 36% of HCWs had an appropriate practice for infection control. The results of multivariable analysis indicated that participants’ education and work experience were significantly associated with having a better attitude and practice regarding HAI prevention. The researchers concluded that “good knowledge of HAI prevention among HCWs in the study setting did not mean good implementation.” Therefore, the study supported continued education and training on HAI prevention and adherence to updated infection prevention and control protocols. This article was useful in that it helped to understand the gap between awareness and practice in HAI prevention, especially in developing countries with resource constraints.

Bayleyegn, B., Mehari, A., Damtie, D., & Negash, M. (2021). Knowledge, attitude and practice on hospital-acquired infection prevention and associated factors among healthcare workers at University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia. Infection and Drug Resistance, 14 , 259–266. https://doi.org/10.2147/IDR.S290992