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HIV-related knowledge and precautions among Michigan nurses.

B A Schillo and T M Reischl

Department of Psychology, Michigan State University, East Lansing 48824-1117.

OBJECTIVES. The present study examined human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-related knowledge and precautionary behaviors in a large random sample of registered nurses in all regions of the state of Michigan, allowing for comparisons among nurses in a wide range of occupational experiences, exposures, and backgrounds related to HIV. METHODS. A random sample of all registered nurses living in Michigan completed surveys in the fall of 1989. RESULTS. Although nearly all respondents indicated a high level of knowledge of known viable routes of HIV transmission, many respondents also reported misconceptions about several unverified nonviable routes of HIV transmission. Of the respondents who were involved in situations with potential risk of exposure to HIV, many failed to consistently use the universal precautions recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The respondents also reported significant barriers in applying infection control procedures. CONCLUSIONS. The findings of the present study support the need for continued and intensified efforts to ensure that nurses have the knowledge necessary to provide quality care, are aware of the risk of potential exposures to HIV, and are engaging in appropriate precautionary behaviors.

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