Hand Hygiene
- Scope and Purpose
The guideline applies to all staff, patients,
patients’ relatives, and visitors. It emphasizes the importance of hand hygiene
in preventing the spread of infection and provides clear instructions on how to
perform it correctly. The goal is to help all staff, patients, patients’
relatives, and visitors implement best practices for infection control. In all
areas of the hospital whether medical or non-medical.
Effective hand hygiene removes harmful
microorganisms from the hands. It helps to reduce the risk of
cross-contamination between patients, equipment, and the environment. Hand
hygiene is the most important strategy for preventing the transmission of organisms.
Cleaning hands thoroughly between patient contact and after contact with bodily
fluids and patient zone is essential for preventing healthcare-associated
infections.
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