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Knowledge, attitude and practices towards COVID-19 among dental professionals: A cross-sectional survey
| Content Provider | Scilit |
|---|---|
| Author | Kanaparthi, Alekhya Katne, Tejaswi Gotoor, Srikanth Muppirala, Srikar Divya, Dukkireddy Bhargavi, Beedam |
| Copyright Year | 2021 |
| Abstract | Background: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an extremely alarming situation across the world. Researchers have identified it to be transmitted by direct/indirect contact through droplets from body fluids like saliva. Dental professionals are considered to be at high risk. Aim: The aim of the current study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding COVID-19 pandemic among dental professionals. Materials and Methodology: A self-administered, structured, pilot-tested close-ended 21 questionnaire was distributed among the dental professionals (Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students, internship, postgraduates, and practitioners. Data obtained was analyzed using SPSS 17.0 (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA) for descriptive analysis of the data. Results: A total of 513 participants completed the survey, of which 217 (42.2%) were BDS students, 64 (12.5%) were interns, 88 (17.2%) were postgraduates, and 144 (28.1%) were practitioners. Out of 513 respondents, 144 (71.9%) were males and 369 (28.1%) were females. Conclusion: All the respondents seem to have sufficient knowledge regarding COVID-19 and the adoption of World Health Organization and dental association guidelines. However, a difference in viewpoint was observed and the possible explanation could be the level of education and understanding. We believe that this survey may have reemphasized the importance of vigilance and practice by the dental care workers, in preventing the transmission of novel viral disease. |
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| ISSN | 22778632 |
| DOI | 10.4103/jdrntruhs.jdrntruhs_74_20 |
| Journal | Journal of Dr. Ntr University of Health Sciences |
| Issue Number | 3 |
| Volume Number | 10 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Medknow |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Subject Keyword | Nursing Corona Virus Covid-19 Dental Knowledge. Questionnaire Journal of Dr. Ntr University of Health Sciences, Volume 10, Issue 3 |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
