Title:
Factors that Influence Acceptance and Implementation of Covid-19 Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions Among Healthcare Workers in Western North Region in Ghana
Authors:
Ardiabah, Emmanuel
Place:
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Publisher:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute [etc.]
Year:
2021
PAGE:
ix, 50
Language:
En
Subject:
Health and Poverty
Keywords:
Non pharmaceutical interventions, healthcare workers, Ghana
Abstract:
Introduction COVID-19 which was declared a pandemic by the WHO in March 2020, has revealed many gaps in the health systems of every country. Some of these gaps are found in implementation of Non Pharmaceutical Interventions. This study which contributes to a bigger research in the Western North Region of Ghana focuses on factors that influence the acceptance and implementation of COVID-19 NPIs among HCWs in the region. Methodology This is a qualitative research carried out in 5 government hospitals, 2 Health Centers and 3 CHPS compounds in the region. In depth interviews, focus group discussions and semi structured interviews were used for data collection. Participants included doctors, physician assistants, nurses, cleaners and two key informants. Data was analysed using Quirkos qualitative data analysis software and a conceptual framework developed by researcher. Results Personal safety emanated the most important driver for compliance to protocols though other crucial factors such as availability of logistics, facility structures(presence or absence of enclosure), supervision and monitoring, HCWs attitudes, financial incentives, all play key roles in compliance. It was also found that educational background of HCWs made a lot of difference in their understanding of NPIs and consequently their acceptance and implementation. Discussion Factors such as perceived danger or benefit, availability of logistics, level of enforcement and supervision and monitoring are responsible for the acceptance and implementation of NPIs. This study confirmed what many other studies have previously established and how important gaps in implementation can be addressed by stakeholders in a multisectoral approach.
Organization:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute , VU - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Institute:
KIT (Royal Tropical Institute)
Country:
Ghana
Region:
West Africa
Training:
Master of International Health
Category:
Research
URL:
@ 2021 Ardiabah
Document type:
Thesis/dissertation
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