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Bacterial contamination of curtains in clinical areas
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1999
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NursingPathogenic MicrobiologyMicrobial ContaminationSmall-scale StudyFrequent LaunderingBacterial ContaminationPatient SafetyHealthcare-associated InfectionHospital EpidemiologyStudent NursesMicrobiologyInfection ControlDisinfectantMedicineClinical MicrobiologyAntimicrobial Resistance
A small-scale study carried out by student nurses revealed ward curtains to be a source of contaminants and bacteria, including MRSA. Patients and medical staff can contaminate and be contaminated by bacteria which may be a source of cross-infection. Recommendations from the study included the promotion of further research in this area and more frequent laundering of curtains.