Table 2 Levels of fears and perceived threat because of the COVID-19 pandemic reported by participating dentists
Item | Mean (SD) |
|---|---|
I am afraid of working in places where patients suspected of COVID-19 infection are treated | 4.08 (0.99) |
I am afraid of providing dental care for patients infected with/ suspected of COVID-19 | 4.14 (1.00) |
In spite of PPE and infection prevention precautions, the risk of COVID-19 infection is high among health care personnel | 4.21 (0.89) |
Equipment and facilities required to protect HCP from COVID-19 infection are not adequately provided in healthcare facilities | 4.13 (0.92) |
Healthcare personnel should be paid more when treating patients infected with/ suspected of COVID-19 infection | 3.91 (1.13) |
I am afraid that a family member may be affected by COVID-19 infection | 4.36 (0.90) |
I am worried that my patients will not be receiving adequate care because of the outbreak | 4.08 (0.79) |
I am worried that my practice income would be affected because of the outbreak | 4.16 (0.92) |