NUR2300: Healthcare Associated Infections and Nursing Practices

This report investigates healthcare associated infections (HAIs) within the context of evidence-based nursing practices. It begins with an introduction to HAIs, outlining their causes, indications, and prevalence in healthcare settings, particularly in Australia. The report emphasizes the risks associated with HAIs, including increased mortality and healthcare costs. It then presents a clinical question, framed using the PICO framework, to explore how hygiene and sanitation practices among healthcare workers impact hospital-associated infections. The core of the report synthesizes evidence from various research articles, critically appraising their methodologies and findings. The analysis includes recommendations for improving HAI prevention and control, focusing on infection prevention and control integration. Finally, the report concludes with a reflection on the challenges and importance of translating evidence into practice to enhance patient outcomes. The report also includes a bibliography of cited sources.