What are the risks of exposure to infectious diseases?
Nurses are at a heightened risk of exposure to infectious diseases due to their close contact with patients. This risk has been particularly evident during events like the COVID-19 pandemic. To mitigate these risks, nurses must adhere to strict infection control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), hand hygiene practices, and vaccination.
Healthcare institutions must also ensure that nurses are adequately trained in infection prevention and control measures and that they have access to necessary resources and equipment.
