Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Pediatric Residents and Nurses on Blood Culture Sampling at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Cross Sectional Study ,2025
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2025-04-15
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Addis Ababa University
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Blood culture is a key test for doctors treating bloodstream infections. Accurate results depend on proper collection, transport, and processing of blood samples. The skills of medical staff, shaped by their knowledge and experience, are crucial for obtaining reliable results. Improper techniques can lead to contamination and affect the outcomes. Currently, there is no published information about practices and Knowledge pertaining to blood culture techniques, in our country especially for those working with children. The purpose of this study was to identify any gap in this field.
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Blood culture, Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Pediatrics residents, Nurses, Tikur Anbessa Specialized hospital, Ethiopia