HANDS HYGIENE TRAINING AND ADHERANCE OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS FOR CONTROL HEALTHCARE-ASSOCIATED INFECTIONS
Keywords:
hand hygiene, training, compliance, adherence, health professionalsAbstract
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) present a widespread challenge for healthcare facilities globally. To effectively prevent and control HAIs, it is crucial for all healthcare professionals to strictly adhere to standard hand hygiene protocols. Extensive examination of pertinent scientific literature confirms that repeated training in hand hygiene is indispensable to ensure compliance among healthcare professionals. Moreover, implementing reminders for hand hygiene, such as prominently displayed posters and the strategic positioning of gloves and hand sanitizers at workstations, has proven effective in HAI prevention. Following training, continuous monitoring of hand hygiene compliance becomes imperative. In light of the overarching objective of healthcare facilities and professionals to deliver high-quality healthcare, adopting a team-based approach to prevent HAIs emerges as the most effective strategy for promoting hand hygiene compliance. Healthcare professionals working as a cohesive team should undergo initial and recurrent training, while also engaging in ongoing support, correction, and reminders to emphasize the significance of hand hygiene in their daily routines. This collective effort is poised to significantly improve adherence to hand hygiene practices, thereby leading to a notable reduction in healthcare-associated infections.
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