The Study of Production Conditions and the Predisposing Factors in the Accident with Exposure to Biological Production of Healthcare Personnel

Abstract

Background: Some professional categories are more susceptible to accidents also some measures are often causing exposure to biological products. Method: Descriptive analysis of data collected from 326 cases recorded in the Registry of case accidents within the Cluj Public Health Department. Results: The large hospitals in Cluj-Napoca report the highest number of exposure. The most affected was the age between 25-29 years old. Over 81% were female. 65.03% of exposures occurred between 06 AM and 2 PM. Most exposures were needle stick injuries - 248 cases, followed by the projection of fluids on mucous membranes or injured skin and cutting injuries. Most people, 95.09%, correctly applied the measures after exposure, but ¼ of the injured medical personnel were not wearing the appropriate protective equipment. Conclusions: This study identified the need to improve the knowledge of health personnel on preventing exposure to biological products, and their reporting need.