KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS TOWARDS MAINTAINING CONFIDENTIALITY OF PATIENT HEALTH RECORDS IN UNIOSUN TEACHING HOSPITAL, OSOGBO, OSUN STATE.

Student: Eniitan Peace Adepoju
Supervisor: Prof Kayode Sunday Osundina
HOD: Prof Kayode Sunday Osundina
Department of Public Health
Basic Medical Sciences
Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State

Abstract

his study examines the knowledge and attitude of health professionals toward maintaining patient confidentiality at UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among healthcare workers. Findings revealed varying levels of knowledge and generally positive attitudes toward confidentiality, though gaps still exist. The study recommends continuous training and strict policy enforcement.

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