Problem Statement and Purpose
Problem Statement
Lack of proper adherence to hand hygiene protocols among healthcare professionals’ presents a significant hazard to the safety of patients. This, in return, increases the likelihood of healthcare-associated infections. Getting a solution to this problem may enhance patient outcomes and alleviate the burden of avoidable infections.
Purpose
This study explores the impact of improving hand hygiene among PICU healthcare workers on patient safety outcomes. Hand hygiene compliance and implementing interventions to enhance compliance rates, this research seeks to improve patient safety and reduce healthcare-associated infections in the PICU setting.
Research Questions
· What factors influence hand hygiene compliance among PICU healthcare workers?
· How does implementing a multifaceted intervention to enhance hand hygiene compliance impact patient safety outcomes in the PICU?
