Medical students’ knowledge, perceptions, and behavioral intentions towards the H1N1 influenza, swine flu, in Pakistan: A brief report - 21/03/12
Doi : 10.1016/j.ajic.2011.12.004
Zara A. Hussain ⁎ 
, Sarah A. Hussain, Faisal A. Hussain, MBBS
, Sarah A. Hussain, Faisal A. Hussain, MBBS Isra University and Hospital Hyderabad-Sindh, Pakistan
Address correspondence to Zara A. Hussain, PO Box 313, Hala Road, Hyderabad-Sindh, Pakistan.Abstract |
This study was conducted to assess the knowledge of H1N1 among medical students, their perceptions, and behavioral intentions in the wake of the H1N1 pandemic influenza. There were significant gaps in important self-isolation protocols and preventive measures. Increased contact with both patients and colleagues can lead to unintentional transmission and contraction of influenza. Universities should introduce and encourage infection control guidelines into routine curriculum.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key Words : Infection control, Medical education, Pandemic
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| Author contributions: All authors helped in data collection. Z.A.H. carried out the study design and drafted the final manuscript. Data analysis and result interpretations were carried out by F.A.H. and S.A.H. All authors read and approved the final manuscript. |
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| Conflicts of interest: None to report. |
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Vol 40 - N° 3
P. e11-e13 - avril 2012 Retour au numéro
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