ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Peer Tutoring of Healthcare Staff to Improve Infection Prevention and Control Practices – A Quasi-Experimental Study in Low-Resource Teaching Hospitals
Fatima Khan, Arsalan, Shariq Ahmed, Mohammad Salman Shah, Tamkin Khan
JASPI March 2025 / Volume 3/Issue 1
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Khan F, Arsalan, Ahmed S, Shah MS, Khan T.Peer Tutoring of Healthcare Staff to Improve Infection Prevention and Control Practices – A Quasi Experimental Study in Low-Resource Teaching Hospitals. JASPI. 2025;3(1):20-25 DOI: 10.62541/jaspi071
ABSTRACT
Background: Infection prevention and control practices are critical in healthcare to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). In low-resource settings, limited trained personnel impede effective implementation. This study assessed a peer tutoring program in which nursing staff trained their peers in infection prevention and control.
Method: This educational intervention, a quasi-experimental study, was conducted in a low-resource teaching hospital, involving nursing staff as both tutors and tutees. Tutors received preparation through a Faculty Development Program (FDP) and led infection prevention and control sessions. Evaluation tools included pre- and post-tests, tutor assessments, and satisfaction surveys from 134 participants.
Results: Post-test scores significantly increased from 56.05% to 73.4%, showing improved infection prevention and control knowledge. Tutees reported greater confidence, with 73% rating the program as “Excellent.” Tutors exhibited strong communication and mastery, though time management and teaching aid use required improvement.
Conclusion: Peer tutoring effectively enhances infection prevention and control knowledge and compliance in low-resource settings, fostering skill transfer and potentially reducing HAIs.
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