Knowledge, Attitudes & Support
Nearly all respondents strongly agreed or agreed that they understood
the risks of COVID-19 for patients and health professionals (n=596;
93.5%), and how to protect themselves (n=583; 91.5%) and patients
(n=570; 89.5%)(Figure 2). Additionally, 79.1% (n=504) strongly agreed
or agreed that they had sufficient knowledge of COVID-19. Many
respondents also strongly agreed or agreed that they were concerned
about spreading COVID-19 to family members (n=500; 80.9%) or that their
clinical role put their health at risk (n=440; 70.8%). Over half of
respondents indicated that they had carer responsibilities (n=329;
51.6%), including responsibilities for children (n=208; 32.7%),
elderly parents (n=47; 7.4%), spouse (n=11; 1.7%), grandchildren
(n=10; 1.6%), and multiple care responsibilities (n=17; 2.7%).