Effective Handwashing Practice in Dilla University Referral Hospital; Duration of Hand Rubbing and the Amount of Water as Key Enablers

• Main Authors: Girum Gebremeskel Kanno (Author), Kuma Diriba (Author), Birtukan Getaneh (Author), Abayneh Melaku (Author), Negasa Eshete Soboksa (Author), Samuel Yaw Agyemang-Badu (Author), Belay Negassa (Author), Awash Alembo (Author), Miheret Tesfu Legesse (Author), Aneley Cherenet (Author), Belayneh Genoro Abire (Author), Mekonnen Birhanie Aregu (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: SAGE Publishing, 2022-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Ineffective hand hygiene in healthcare settings is a global challenge that is associated with a high rate of nosocomial infections. The study aimed to measure the effectiveness of handwashing at Dilla University referral hospital. Method: This study consisted of 2 parts; the survey work...