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An e-learning course significantly improved intensive care unit (ICU) healthcare professionals' knowledge of central venous catheter (CVC) infection prevention guidelines. The interactive education enhanced understanding and was positively received by participants.

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Area of Science:

  • Infection Control
  • Medical Education
  • Intensive Care Medicine

Background:

  • Central venous catheter (CVC) use poses a significant risk for bloodstream infections in intensive care units (ICUs).
  • These infections increase patient morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs.
  • Effective prevention strategies are crucial for patient safety and resource management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of an interactive e-learning program on ICU nurses' and physicians' knowledge of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for preventing CVC-related infections.
  • To assess the effectiveness of the Teleprometheus e-learning platform in enhancing knowledge acquisition.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 85 ICU and high dependency unit (HDU) nurses and physicians at Nicosia General Hospital.
  • A validated questionnaire administered pre- and post-intervention to assess knowledge levels.
  • An interactive distance education module delivered via the Teleprometheus e-learning platform.

Main Results:

  • Mean knowledge scores significantly increased from 4.8 pre-intervention to 8.9 post-intervention (p<0.001).
  • Physicians demonstrated higher post-intervention knowledge scores (10.20) compared to nurses (8.75).
  • No correlation was found between years of ICU experience and knowledge levels (r = 0.048).

Conclusions:

  • E-learning interventions are highly effective in improving healthcare professionals' knowledge of CVC infection prevention in critical care settings.
  • The interactive Teleprometheus platform successfully enhanced knowledge and was well-received by participants.
  • E-learning adoption is essential for continuous education and improved patient outcomes in demanding work environments like ICUs.