Performance of nursing auxiliaries and technicians in managing piercing cutting material: a necessary study

Authors

  • Elaine Cristina Carvalho Moura Hospital Infantil Lucídio Portela
  • Maria de Fátima Santana Moreira Hospital Infantil Lucídio Portela
  • Soraia Martins da Fonseca Hospital Infantil Lucídio Portela

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692009000300007

Keywords:

knowledge, medical waste, education, nursing

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the knowledge of nursing auxiliaries and technicians in handling and disposing of piercing-cutting material and describe their performance. This qualitative-descriptive research was carried out with three nursing auxiliaries and 12 technicians at a medium-size hospital, totaling 15 participants interviewed through a semi-structured script. Discourse was analyzed through the content analysis technique. Results appoint that, even though the participants have theoretical knowledge on the management of piercing-cutting material, they do not totally follow their knowledge, which exposes them to several biological risks, revealing reproductive knowledge and performance. Thus, we propose the implementation of continuing education programs based on constructivist methodological approach aiming at effective practices in the management and disposal of piercing-cutting material. In this perspective, research clarifying how adults apprehend knowledge can deepen the results described in the study.

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Published

2009-06-01

Issue

Vol. 17 No. 3 (2009)

Section

Original Articles

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How to Cite

Performance of nursing auxiliaries and technicians in managing piercing cutting material: a necessary study. (2009). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 17(3), 321-327. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692009000300007