Hand hygiene and germs on nurses' personal items
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at how well nurses clean their hands and whether germs on their personal items like phones, pens, and badges might be linked. It aims to improve infection control in intensive care units.
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Who can take part
- You are a nurse working in an intensive care unit (ICU).
- You agree to take part and sign a consent form.
- You regularly bring and use your mobile phone, pen, and ID badge at work.
- You do not have any open wounds or injuries on your hands.
- You are directly involved in patient care (not just administrative or infection control duties).
- You are available during the data collection period (not on leave or away for training).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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