According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of individuals develop infections each year while receiving medical care, treatment, or services in healthcare facilities. These healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) pose a major patient safety concern across all types of healthcare organizations. One of the most effective strategies to prevent HAIs is improving hand hygiene compliance among healthcare workers.
Adhering to the World Health Organization (WHO) and CDC hand hygiene guidelines significantly reduces the transmission of infectious agents from healthcare personnel to patients. Modern healthcare practices often involve the use of invasive medical devices, such as catheters and ventilators, which may increase the risk of infection. Common types of HAIs include: Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract…
