Hospitals are busy places where keeping everything clean is a big job, especially when it comes to stopping germs from spreading. One study from Australia has shone a light on something we might not think about much: the curtains that give privacy to patients. It turns out these curtains could play a big role in […]
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Healthcare-Associated infections pose a danger for everyone who works in, visits, or receives treatment at healthcare facilities. These hospital infections can be easily spread on soft surfaces and often result in death if not treated immediately with appropriate antibiotics – which many of them are unable to receive because they have compromised immune systems due […]
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Key messages •Standard precautions are the work practices required to achieve a basic level of infection prevention and control. •Standard precautions are the minimum infection prevention and control practices that must be used at all times for all patients in all situations. •Transmission-based precautions are used when standard precautions alone are not sufficient to prevent […]
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Key messages Thorough cleaning is important for infection control – particularly in work areas – because deposits of dust, soil and microbes on surfaces can transmit infection. Healthcare and other care facilities should follow general cleaning procedures. Some facilities require specialised cleaning procedures. Waste disposal is also important for infection control. Different types of waste […]
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Postoperative residual paralysis or residual neuromuscular blockade is defined as a train-or-four (TOF) ratio of <0.9. Consequences of residual neuromuscular blockade include: Generalised muscle weakness Delayed recovery Reduced chemoreceptor responsiveness to hypoxia Increased risk of aspiration Pulmonary complications Accidental intraoperative awareness. Research and guidelines indicate that quantitative neuromuscular monitoring and assessment is the only effective […]
If you’re responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of hospital curtains, you know it can be a challenging task. From the type of material to the frequency of use, there are various factors to consider to ensure the curtains are kept hygienic and safe for use. In this guide, we will provide you with practical tips […]
Hospital surfaces are often overlooked regarding how they may be carrying the infection. The presence of microorganisms on hospital textiles and other soft substances can fly under the radar because these items appear harmless, but researchers have found that patients’ germs survive even after attempts by cleaners or employees in charge to remove them from […]
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Endurocide® Antimicrobial Plus Curtains: Improving Hospital Hygiene and Safety Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are a serious problem for healthcare systems worldwide, with an estimated 1 in 10 patients acquiring an infection while receiving medical treatment. Infection control measures are therefore a top priority for healthcare professionals, and the use of antimicrobial curtains is an effective way […]
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When it comes to maintaining a safe and hygienic environment in a hospital setting, infection control measures are of utmost importance. While much attention is given to sanitizing surfaces, equipment, and medical instruments, hospital curtains are often overlooked as a potential source of infection. Privacy curtains are a ubiquitous feature in hospital rooms, and they […]
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