Nurses’ role in the prevention of nosocomial infections: A systematic literature review
Juma, Alice Atieno (2022)
2022
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Infectious diseases are disorders caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. Many organisms live in and on our bodies. They are normally harmless or even helpful. But under certain conditions, some organisms may cause disease. Some infectious diseases can be passed from person to person. Some are transmitted by insects or other animals, and you may get others by consuming contaminated food or water or being exposed to organisms in the environment.
Signs and symptoms vary depending on the organisms causing the infection, but often include fever and fatigue. Mild infections may respond to rest and home remedies, while some life-threatening infections may need hospitalization. Many infectious diseases such as measles and chickenpox, can be prevented by vaccines. Frequent and thorough hand washing also helps protect you from most infectious diseases.
This study was conducted using content analysis approach and qualitative research method. The data was collected from search engines with information about prevention of nosocomial infections. Analysis of data was done to find the source of the problem. From the six data analysed, it was noted that nurses and healthcare workers in general have a big role in the prevention of nosocomial infections. Also, there should be continued training for nurse in the importance of aseptic techniques use. The aim of this study was to identify nurses’ role in the prevention of nosocomial infections. The research method is systematic literature review.
Signs and symptoms vary depending on the organisms causing the infection, but often include fever and fatigue. Mild infections may respond to rest and home remedies, while some life-threatening infections may need hospitalization. Many infectious diseases such as measles and chickenpox, can be prevented by vaccines. Frequent and thorough hand washing also helps protect you from most infectious diseases.
This study was conducted using content analysis approach and qualitative research method. The data was collected from search engines with information about prevention of nosocomial infections. Analysis of data was done to find the source of the problem. From the six data analysed, it was noted that nurses and healthcare workers in general have a big role in the prevention of nosocomial infections. Also, there should be continued training for nurse in the importance of aseptic techniques use. The aim of this study was to identify nurses’ role in the prevention of nosocomial infections. The research method is systematic literature review.