The Contribution of Multidisciplinary Teams to Infection Control in Hospital Settings: Analyzing the Roles of Laboratory Technologists, Pharmacists, Nurses, and Psychologists in Reducing Hospital-Acquired Infections

Authors: Ali A. Almalki, Amer S.Alhumaidan, Maha S.Gassas, Shaikha N. Binsunbel, Saud N. Alshammary, Ohoud M. Albedeiwy, Shaheinaz A. Alkahtani, Bader H. Alanazi, Fahad M. Aljuraid

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13945104

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8kqfx

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Background: Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) pose a significant challenge to patient safety, requiring a multidisciplinary approach for effective prevention and control. This study evaluates the contribution of laboratory technologists, pharmacists, nurses, and psychologists in reducing HAIs in a tertiary hospital setting.

Methods: A mixed-methods study was conducted over 12 months, involving 50 healthcare professionals and 200 patients in high-risk hospital units. Quantitative data on HAI rates, antimicrobial use, and hand hygiene compliance were collected before and after the implementation of a multidisciplinary infection control team. Qualitative data were gathered through interviews with healthcare professionals and patients.

Results: HAI rates significantly decreased from 10.5 to 6.7 per 1000 patient days (p=0.003) after the intervention. Antibiotic use was reduced (p=0.011), and hand hygiene compliance improved from 72% to 90% (p=0.001). Qualitative findings highlighted the importance of role clarity, collaboration, and psychological support in infection prevention efforts.

Conclusion: A multidisciplinary approach, integrating laboratory diagnostics, antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and psychological support, significantly reduces HAIs and enhances patient outcomes. This model should be adopted in hospital settings to improve infection control practices.

Keywords: hospital-acquired infections, multidisciplinary teams, antimicrobial stewardship, infection control, laboratory technologists, pharmacists, nurses, psychologists

Paper Id: 231370

Published On: 2020-07-08

Published In: Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2020

Cite This: The Contribution of Multidisciplinary Teams to Infection Control in Hospital Settings: Analyzing the Roles of Laboratory Technologists, Pharmacists, Nurses, and Psychologists in Reducing Hospital-Acquired Infections - Ali A. Almalki, Amer S.Alhumaidan, Maha S.Gassas, Shaikha N. Binsunbel, Saud N. Alshammary, Ohoud M. Albedeiwy, Shaheinaz A. Alkahtani, Bader H. Alanazi, Fahad M. Aljuraid - IJIRMPS Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2020. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13945104

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