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@article{187336,
        author = {Shubham Kumar Mehta and Twinkal Kumari and Jasmine Ansari and Manoj Kumar and Pooja Kumari and Vikrant Kumar and Dr. K Latha},
        title = {A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Prevention Practices Regarding Needle Stick Injuries and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis among Internship Nursing Students},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {4366-4368},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=187336},
        abstract = {Background: Needle stick injuries (NSIs) are common occupational hazards among nursing interns and expose them to serious blood-borne pathogens. Adequate knowledge and preventive practices, along with prompt post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), are essential for safety. Objectives: (1) To assess knowledge regarding NSIs and PEP, (2) To evaluate prevention practices, (3) To identify associations between knowledge and selected demographic variables. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 60 internship nursing students selected by purposive sampling. Data were collected using a validated structured questionnaire on knowledge and practice. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: 55% of students had moderate knowledge regarding NSIs, 30% had inadequate knowledge, and only 15% had adequate knowledge. Regarding preventive practices, 62% reported always using gloves and 48% followed proper disposal methods. A significant association was found between prior training and knowledge level (p<0.05). Conclusion: Nursing interns demonstrated moderate awareness but inconsistent preventive practices. The study highlights the need for regular skill-based training and strict enforcement of NSI protocols to improve safety.},
        keywords = {Needle stick injury, nursing interns, prevention practices, post-exposure prophylaxis.},
        month = {November},
        }