Empowering patients and enhancing hand hygiene: making a video about key strategies for life-saving impact.

Bruno Henrique Ataide da TrindadeNursing School, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

Bianca Carolina Sobrinho AnaniasNursing School, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

Maria Eduarda Alves GonçalvesNursing School, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

Daniela Santos BatistaNursing School, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

Pedro Augusto Franklin CorreaNursing School, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

Poliana de Morais SantosNursing School, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

Braulio Roberto Gonçalves Marinho CoutoBiobyte Epidemiology, Belo Horizonte, MG Brazil

André Luiz Silva AlvimNursing School, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brazil

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3396/ijic.v20.23625

Keywords:

Hand Hygiene, Infection Prevention, Empowering Patients, Educational Video

Abstract

Hand hygiene (HH) is crucial for preventing infections in healthcare settings, involving both professionals and patients. This practice significantly reduces the transmission of microorganisms among healthcare workers, patients and visitors (1). Despite its worldwide proven effectiveness, adherence to proper HH techniques by the multidisciplinary team remains suboptimal, particularly regarding the correct technique (2, 3). 

Patient empowerment enhances adherence to preventive measures, including HH, as it effectively reduces the transmission of pathogens and healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) (4). Patients play a critical role in infection prevention alongside healthcare staff. Empowering patients through education and involving them in decision-making processes fosters their adherence to recommended HH practices (5). Therefore, our objective is to produce and distribute an informative video that raises awareness about the importance of HH practices and highlights the role of patient empowerment in mitigating HAIs. 

How to Cite:

da Trindade, B. H. A., Sobrinho Ananias, B. C., Gonçalves, M. E. A., Batista, D. S., Correa, P. A. F., Santos, P. de M., … Alvim, A. L. S. (2024). Empowering patients and enhancing hand hygiene: making a video about key strategies for life-saving impact. International Journal of Infection Control, 20. https://doi.org/10.3396/ijic.v20.23625

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