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%).