A pilot study to assess use of fluorescent lotion in patient care simulations to illustrate pathogen dissemination and train personnel in correct use of personal protective equipment

A pilot study to assess use of fluorescent lotion in patient care simulations to illustrate pathogen dissemination and train personnel in correct use of personal protective equipment

Abstract Background Simulations using fluorescent tracers can be useful in understanding the spread of pathogens and in devising effective infection control strategies. Methods During simulated patient care interactions in which providers wore gloves and gowns, we evaluated environmental and personn...

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Main Authors: Heba Alhmidi, Sreelatha Koganti, Myreen E. Tomas, Jennifer L. Cadnum, Annette Jencson, Curtis J. Donskey
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2016-10-01
Series:Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control
Subjects:
Bacteriophage MS2
Fluorescent marker
Personal protective equipment
Healthcare personnel
Training
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13756-016-0141-4

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