What are Common Sources of Infection in Healthcare Settings?
Common sources of infection in healthcare settings include:
1. Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs): These are infections that patients acquire while receiving treatment for other conditions within a healthcare setting. 2. Contaminated medical equipment: Instruments that are not properly sterilized can harbor pathogens. 3. Healthcare workers: Staff can transmit infections through direct contact with patients or by not following proper hand hygiene protocols. 4. Patient-to-patient transmission: This can occur through shared facilities or inadequate infection control practices.
