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PERCEPTION OF QUALITY CONTROL BY PERSONNEL IN DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY FACILITIES IN AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA
Summary
Personnel in Nigerian diagnostic radiology facilities have mixed perceptions of quality control (QC) implementation. Many feel undertrained and face management challenges, impacting QC effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Radiology Quality Management
Background:
- Personnel perception of quality control (QC) implementation in diagnostic radiology facilities significantly impacts service delivery and benefits realization.
- Assessing these perceptions is crucial for understanding and improving QC practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To ascertain the perception of quality control (QC) implementation among personnel in diagnostic radiology facilities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
Main Methods:
- A study involving thirty-eight (38) radiology personnel from twenty (20) radiology facilities.
- Data collected using a twenty-item questionnaire, pre-tested for reliability.
Main Results:
- Personnel exhibited positive perceptions towards some QC aspects but showed a lack of interest in others.
- Perceived issues include insufficient training, difficulty in analyzing QC results, and a lack of cooperation from management.
Conclusions:
- The study highlights a need to address training gaps and management support to enhance QC implementation in diagnostic radiology.
- Improving personnel's perception and engagement with QC is vital for optimizing diagnostic radiology services.
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