A Single Centered Cross Sectional Study on Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude of Emergency Department Staff Towards Future Infectious Disease Outbreak Preparedness: A Study at Tikur Anbesa Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
| dc.contributor.advisor | Merahi Kefyalew | |
| dc.contributor.advisor | Tigist Worku | |
| dc.contributor.author | Ekram Getahun | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-06-18T15:02:06Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-06-18T15:02:06Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025-12-01 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Background: Infectious Disease Outbreaks Pose Ongoing Challenges to Global Public Health, Particularly in Low- And Middle-Income Countries with Limited Resources. Emergency Departments (Eds) Are Critical Frontline Units for Early Detection and Management of Outbreaks. The Knowledge and Attitudes of ED Staff Are Essential for Effective Preparedness. At Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH) In Addis Ababa, The Recently Restructured ED Has Not Yet Been Evaluated for Outbreak Readiness. Objective: This Study Assessed the Knowledge and Attitudes of ED Staff at TASH Regarding Preparedness for Future Infectious Disease Outbreaks. Methods: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study Was Conducted from July to September 2025 Among Clinical Staff. Stratified Random Sampling Was Used to Include All Staff Categories. Data Were Collected Using a Structured, Self-Administered Questionnaire Adapted from WHO And CDC Guidelines and Analyzed Using Descriptive Statistics In SPSS. Result: Out Of 100 Participants, only 44 Of Them (44%) Demonstrated Good Knowledge (≥80%). 56 Participants Out Of 100 (56%) Scored Below 80%. This Indicates Poor Knowledge. High Knowledge Was Observed in Isolation Practices (93%), Outbreak Leadership (86%), And Infection Prevention (87%). While Gaps Were Identified in Recognition of Airborne Transmission (54%), Correct Use of Personal Protective Equipment (57–77%), Triage Prioritization (64%), Team Coordination, And Certain Isolation Practices (43–72%). Attitudes Toward Outbreak Preparedness Were Generally Positive, with (73%–78%) Expressing Confidence in Managing Infectious Diseases and Supporting Preventive Strategies. However, Notable Concerns Were Reported Regarding PPE Feasibility (24%), Institutional Support (64%), Triage and Isolation Readiness (47%), And Team Coordination (36%). Conclusion: Although ED Staffs at TASH Have Positive Attitudes and Good Knowledge in Some Areas, There Are Critical Gaps in Outbreak Management Skills. Focused Training and Stronger Institutional Support Are Recommended to Improve Preparedness and Ensure Effective Responses to Future Infectious Disease Outbreaks. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/8223 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Addis Ababa University | |
| dc.subject | Emergency Department Staff | |
| dc.subject | Infectious Disease Outbreak Preparedness | |
| dc.title | A Single Centered Cross Sectional Study on Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude of Emergency Department Staff Towards Future Infectious Disease Outbreak Preparedness: A Study at Tikur Anbesa Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. | |
| dc.type | Thesis |