Effectiveness of Technology-Assisted Hand Hygiene Monitoring in Reducing Multidrug-Resistant Organisms in Tertiary Hospitals

Authors: Fatimah S. Alotaibi, Seetah Alajmi, Amjad S. Alqahtany, Manal A. Alonazi, Kholoud A. Gharwi, Sheemh M. Alotaibi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14551509

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8wtb8

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Background: Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) caused by multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) remain a significant challenge in healthcare. Hand hygiene is critical in preventing HAIs, but compliance is often suboptimal. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a technology-assisted hand hygiene monitoring system (THHMS) in improving compliance and reducing MDRO prevalence in a tertiary hospital.
Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted over 12 months, involving the implementation of a THHMS across selected hospital units. Hand hygiene compliance was measured before and after the intervention, and MDRO prevalence was assessed through microbiological screening. Staff perceptions of the system were also analyzed.
Results: Compliance rates improved significantly from 52% pre-intervention to 83% post-intervention (p < 0.01). MDRO prevalence decreased from 15% to 9%, with notable reductions in MRSA and CRE rates. While staff feedback was largely positive, 45% of participants expressed concerns about privacy.
Conclusion: The THHMS effectively improved hand hygiene compliance and reduced MDRO prevalence. Addressing privacy concerns and ensuring cost-effectiveness will be critical for broader adoption in healthcare settings.

Keywords: Hand hygiene, multidrug-resistant organisms, hospital-acquired infections, electronic monitoring, infection control, compliance improvement.

Paper Id: 231904

Published On: 2023-01-03

Published In: Volume 11, Issue 1, January-February 2023

Cite This: Effectiveness of Technology-Assisted Hand Hygiene Monitoring in Reducing Multidrug-Resistant Organisms in Tertiary Hospitals - Fatimah S. Alotaibi, Seetah Alajmi, Amjad S. Alqahtany, Manal A. Alonazi, Kholoud A. Gharwi, Sheemh M. Alotaibi - IJIRMPS Volume 11, Issue 1, January-February 2023. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.14551509

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