| Abstract: |
Needlestick injuries remain a major occupational hazard for nurses worldwide, contributing significantly to the transmission risk of blood-borne pathogens such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV. This study investigates the effectiveness of structured training interventions in improving nurses’ awareness and preventive practices related to needlestick injuries. A comprehensive review and analysis of existing literature indicate that targeted educational programs substantially enhance knowledge levels, safety practices, and injury reporting among nursing personnel. Evidence from India and international settings demonstrates that training interventions can reduce needlestick injury incidence by 49–60% while strengthening compliance with standard precautions. Pre-training assessments revealed inadequate knowledge in 93.3% of participating nurses, which improved to 76% satisfactory levels post-intervention, with mean knowledge scores increasing from 24.44 ± 3.43 to 40.22 ± 3.21 (p < 0.005). The findings confirm that continuous education, interactive training methodologies, availability of safety-engineered devices, and effective reporting systems are critical for reducing occupational exposure. This study underscores the need for mandatory periodic training and institutional policy reforms to safeguard healthcare workers from needlestick injuries. |
