Vol. 11, Issue 10, Part D (2025)

Introduction: Central line-associated infections (CLABSI) are a significant concern in healthcare settings, leading to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. The study aim is to assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Prevention of Central Line Associated Infection among Staff Nurses of a Selected Hospital, Guwahati Assam
Materials and Methods: A pre-experimental one group pre-test and post-test design was used to evaluate the effectiveness of a planned teaching programme among staff nurses. The study was conducted at Rahman Hospitals Pvt. Ltd, Guwahati, Assam. A total sample of 40 staff nurses was selected by utilizing non probability convenient sampling technique. Knowledge and skills were assessed using a questionnaire and observation checklist.
Results: The mean knowledge score increased from 12.77% to 17.65% and the mean skill score increased from 15.82% to 21.22% after the implementation of planned teaching programme. Majority of them 27 (67.5%) were aged between 20-25 years. Majority 39 (97.5%) were female. Majority 32 (80%) of the staff nurses were GNM. Majority 22 (55%) of staff nurses were working in general ward. Majority 24 (60%) of duration of work were 1-3 years. As per the experience (50%) of staff had experience with care of central line associated infection whereas another (50%) of staff has no experience with care of central line associated infection. Majority 30 (75%) had previous knowledge on prevention of central line associated infections. Majority 24 (80%) of staff nurses had information regarding prevention of central line associated infection from hospital protocol.
Conclusion: The study highlights the importance of planned teaching programmes in improving knowledge and skills among staff nurses. There was no significant correlation between knowledge regarding prevention of central line associated infection and skills of staff nurses on routine care of central line catheter. The study revealed that there was a significant association between staff nurses age and duration of work.