Infection control 2: hand hygiene using alcohol-based hand rub
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This article is funded by an unrestricted educational grant from Medipal
Author
Neil Wigglesworth is director, infection prevention and control, Guy's and St Thomas’ Foundation Trust, London and immediate past president, Infection Prevention Society.
Abstract
Hand hygiene is one of the most effective methods of preventing healthcare-associated infections. However, prevention depends on hand hygiene being performed when necessary, and the appropriate cleansing agent and technique being used. This article, part 2 in a six-part series, explains the importance of hand hygiene, when it should be performed and which cleansing agent to use. It also outlines the procedure for decontaminating the hands using alcohol-based hand rub.
Citation
Wigglesworth N (2019) Infection control 2: hand hygiene using alcohol-based hand rub. Nursing Times; 115, 5: 24–26.