CHCPOL003 Dip Nursing: Research Notes on Infection Control & CHG
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These research notes explore the effectiveness of chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) bathing in reducing healthcare-associated infections. Several articles are summarized, highlighting the benefits of CHG bathing in decreasing the rates of bloodstream infections (BSI), multidrug-resistant organism (MDRO) acquisition, catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI), and surgical site infections. The notes cover studies conducted in intensive care units (ICUs) and among various patient populations, including critically ill adults and neonates. The research indicates that daily CHG bathing can lead to significant cost savings, reduce catheter colonization, and lower the skin burden of pathogens like Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase (KPC). While some studies showed no reduction in vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) acquisition, the overall evidence supports the use of CHG bathing as an effective infection control measure. Desklib provides access to more solved assignments and study resources for students.
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