Adding the patient's perspective to hand cleaning compliance
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Barbara Arnold, MSN/Ed., RN-ONC, OCN and Cynthia James, MSN/LDR, RN
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- Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Albany, Georgia, USA
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The aim of this project is to improve hand cleaning compliance rates of HCPs by adding the patient's perspective to the multi-modal hand cleaning practices. Patients’ views and opinions are usually not included in these initiatives but could help to reduce HAIs by adding another layer of monitoring.
Type | Poster |
Acquisition | Self-submission |
Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
Format | Text-based Document |
Evidence Level | Quality Improvement |
Research Approach | Mixed/Multi Method Research |
Keywords | Hand Hygiene; Hand Cleaning; Hand Washing; Hospital-Acquired Infections; Patient's Perspective |
Name | National Magnet Conference/Pathway to Excellence Conference |
Host | American Nurses Credentialing Center |
Location | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
Date | 2021 |
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