الفهرس 
Review of literatureOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
 |  | from | 172 |  |  |
| | | from | 172 | | |
Abstract
Abstract
Background: Abdominal surgical site infections are among the most common complications of inpatient admissions and have serious consequences for outcomes and costs. Based on National Nosocomial Infections Surveillance system, (2016) it was reported that the surgical site infection (SSI) is the third most frequently reported nosocomial infection. SSI is responsible for the increasing costs, morbidity and mortality. Aim of the study: To assess the factors affecting abdominal surgical site infection and suggest preventive guidelines. Design: A descriptive exploratory design used in carrying out the study. Setting: This study was conducted at the postoperative surgical ward in Sohag University hospital Subjects: A convenience sample includes all available nurses (20) and purposive sample of 65 patients with SSI. Tools: Data were obtained through three main tools; Self-administered Questionnaire, An observational checklist and Patient assessment questionnaire. Results: Nurses had unsatisfactory level of knowledge and practice. There was statistically significant relation between nurses’ level of knowledge regarding SSI and their practice regarding wound care. More than half of studied patients overweight. Conclusions: About more than half of studied nurses had unsatisfactory level of knowledge and more than half of them had inadequate level of practice. There is statistically significant relation between nurses’ level of knowledge regarding SSI and their practice regarding wound care. More than half of studied patient had class III contaminated surgical wound infection. Recommendations: Further study to evaluate the reflection of educational programs regarding nurses’ practice.