Alahmari Raed, Alamri Osama, Altashlan Abdullah I, Alsheikh Abdulaziz A, Aljaloud Mohammed
Family Medicine, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, SAU.
Family Medicine, Ministry of Health (MOH) 2nd Health Cluster, Riyadh, SAU.
Cureus. 2024 Aug 6;16(8):e66301. doi: 10.7759/cureus.66301. eCollection 2024 Aug.
Background The aim of the research is to determine the existing knowledge, perceived practices, and attitudes toward the recombinant Zoster vaccine among family medicine residents (FMR) included in the medical profession. The present study aims to narrow down the identified gap in knowledge and develop vaccinations that will assist the targeted deme to eradicate zoster and the aftermaths that accompany it. Methods This research utilizes a descriptive cross-sectional survey design to assess the knowledge, practices, and attitudes of FMR toward the zoster vaccine in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. By quantifying data at a specific point in time, this design allows for a detailed examination of the current status across various levels of residency programs. Participants from different institutions are interviewed simultaneously, enabling a thorough study of the targeted population group. The study includes 154 FMR from three different levels (R1, R2, R3) enrolled in residency programs at various institutions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. These participants were selected from a group of individuals invited to share their prior knowledge, habits, and beliefs regarding the recombinant Zoster vaccine. The study offers detailed statistical insights into demographics, vaccination attitudes, and knowledge among healthcare professionals. Key findings highlight diverse recommendations for different adult groups, the prevalence of vaccine availability, and the main sources of immunization information. Results The study found diverse recommendations for vaccination among different adult groups, with mean recommendations ranging from 2.50 to 2.94. Nearly all respondents (96.8%) reported having the vaccine available at their place of practice. However, knowledge gaps were evident, particularly concerning vaccination timing and specific requirements, highlighting the need for targeted education and clearer guidelines in vaccination practices among healthcare providers. Conclusion The study highlights the nuanced vaccination recommendations among healthcare professionals, particularly for different adult populations, and the availability of varicella-zoster virus (VZV) vaccines. The reliance on diverse information sources underscores the need for targeted educational efforts to ensure accurate and consistent immunization practices across healthcare settings. Addressing uncertainties and promoting informed decision-making can enhance vaccination uptake and patient care outcomes in clinical practice.
背景 本研究的目的是确定医学专业中家庭医学住院医师（FMR）对重组带状疱疹疫苗的现有知识、认知实践和态度。本研究旨在缩小已发现的知识差距，并开发有助于目标人群根除带状疱疹及其后遗症的疫苗。方法 本研究采用描述性横断面调查设计，以评估沙特阿拉伯利雅得的家庭医学住院医师对带状疱疹疫苗的知识、实践和态度。通过在特定时间点对数据进行量化，该设计允许对不同住院医师培训项目水平的现状进行详细检查。来自不同机构的参与者同时接受访谈，从而能够对目标人群组进行全面研究。该研究包括来自沙特阿拉伯利雅得不同机构住院医师培训项目三个不同级别（R1、R2、R3）的154名家庭医学住院医师。这些参与者是从一组被邀请分享他们关于重组带状疱疹疫苗的先前知识、习惯和信念的个人中挑选出来的。该研究提供了关于医疗保健专业人员的人口统计学、疫苗接种态度和知识的详细统计见解。主要发现突出了针对不同成人组的各种建议、疫苗可获得性的普遍性以及免疫信息的主要来源。结果 研究发现不同成人组之间的疫苗接种建议各不相同，平均建议范围为2.50至2.94。几乎所有受访者（96.8%）报告称其工作场所备有该疫苗。然而，知识差距明显，尤其是在疫苗接种时间和具体要求方面，这凸显了医疗保健提供者在疫苗接种实践中需要有针对性的教育和更明确的指导方针。结论 该研究突出了医疗保健专业人员中细微的疫苗接种建议，特别是针对不同成人人群的建议，以及水痘 - 带状疱疹病毒（VZV）疫苗的可获得性。对多种信息来源的依赖强调了需要有针对性的教育努力，以确保在所有医疗环境中进行准确和一致的免疫实践。解决不确定性并促进明智的决策可以提高临床实践中的疫苗接种率和患者护理效果。
