Author(s):
Princy A Prakash, Princy Philip, Punya Babu, Puthur Nimisha Thomas, Rijina Rapheal, Rinu Jimmichen, Salva Rahman C, Sandra Joseph, Surabhi V S, Rahmath Kalladi, Rojan P M, Usharani E N
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rahmathkalladi@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2454-2660.2026.00041 
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Princy A Prakash1, Princy Philip1, Punya Babu1, Puthur Nimisha Thomas1, Rijina Rapheal1, Rinu Jimmichen1, Salva Rahman C1, Sandra Joseph1, Surabhi V S1, Rahmath Kalladi2, Rojan P M3, Usharani E N4
1Third Year BSc Nursing, Government College of Nursing, Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
2Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Government College of Nursing, Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
3Assistant Professor, Kerala Veterinary and animal science university, Wayanad, Kerala, India.
4Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Government College of Nursing, Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 14,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Background: In resource-constrained healthcare settings, caregivers are thrust into a primary role in preventing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs) for patients on continuous bladder drainage. Their competency is a critical yet underexplored factor in patient safety. Objectives: Th1is study aimed to assess caregivers’ knowledge and practices regarding UTI prevention and to determine the association between these variables and their socio-demographic characteristics. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 40 caregivers in a tertiary care hospital in Thrissur, India, using validated structured questionnaires. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including Chi-square tests. Results: A disparity was observed: while most caregivers (80%) possessed only average knowledge, a majority (70%) demonstrated good preventive practices. A statistically significant association was confirmed between knowledge and practice levels (?² (1) =10.3, p<0.05). Age was the only socio-demographic factor significantly associated with knowledge, with older caregivers (>45 years) scoring lower. Conclusion: Despite a gap in theoretical knowledge, caregivers performed well practically, and better knowledge was associated with better practice. This underscores a vital opportunity to implement structured, hands-on training programs—especially tailored for older caregivers—to bridge the knowledge gap, empower caregivers, and ultimately reduce CAUTI rates.
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Princy A Prakash, Princy Philip, Punya Babu, Puthur Nimisha Thomas, Rijina Rapheal, Rinu Jimmichen, Salva Rahman C, Sandra Joseph, Surabhi V S, Rahmath Kalladi, Rojan P M, Usharani E N. Knowledge and Practice of Urinary Tract Infection Prevention among Caregivers of patients on Continuous Bladder Drainage: A Cross-Sectional Study from South India. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2026;14(3):204-0. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2026.00041
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Princy A Prakash, Princy Philip, Punya Babu, Puthur Nimisha Thomas, Rijina Rapheal, Rinu Jimmichen, Salva Rahman C, Sandra Joseph, Surabhi V S, Rahmath Kalladi, Rojan P M, Usharani E N. Knowledge and Practice of Urinary Tract Infection Prevention among Caregivers of patients on Continuous Bladder Drainage: A Cross-Sectional Study from South India. International Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2026;14(3):204-0. doi: 10.52711/2454-2660.2026.00041 Available on: https://ijneronline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-14-3-6
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