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Changing H.C. worker behaviors is a challenge Before beginning any program to change
the planning process should be undertaken
Assessment
Beliefs
Staffing
Local & regional laws
Are based on the assessment & prioritization of the factors found Once a plan is implemented, re-assessment can show success or failure in the program
Systematic evaluation Identification of places to intervene Establishment of a baseline against which to evaluate change
Who is doing?
What are the attributes & behaviors?
Family members
Lay health workers & aides Infection control personnel
Attitudes & behaviors
Antibiotic prescribing
Equipment handling procedures Procedures to protect worker safety
Attitudes & behaviors
Is there a standard?
Is it effective? Is it realistic?
Prioritize
Attitudes & behaviors
Where is it happening? What type of facility? During which activity? What are the characteristics of the place in which it occurs? When is it happening?
Beliefs
Attitudes
Profession
Gender
Cues to action
Reinforcement
Geographic location
Knowledge
Self-efficacy
Knowledge
{It is rarely the only reason for behavior}
Beliefs
Perceived susceptibility to health threat Perceived severity of the threat Belief that the behavior will be beneficial
Attitudes
Time Convenience Opinion of the behavior & its importance
Cues to action
Triggers Reminders Presence of IC personnel Social pressure
Attitudes & behaviors
Reinforcement
Positive or negative Performance feedback
Self-efficacy
Perceived ability to do the desired behavior Perceived control
Staffing
Administrative leadership Administrative sanctions
Who:
HC workers
What: compliance with H.W. standards Where: a H.C. facility (type?) When: - In emergency or during normal care - Time ?
Attitudes & behaviors