An exploratory qualitative study of caregivers' knowledge, perceptions and practices related to hospital hygiene in rural Niger

• Main Authors: Caroline Marquer (Author), Ousmane Guindo (Author), Issa Mahamadou (Author), Elodie Job (Author), Susan M. Rattigan (Author), Céline Langendorf (Author), Rebecca F. Grais (Author), Sheila Isanaka (Author)
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• Udgivet: Elsevier, 2021-09-01T00:00:00Z.
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S U M M A R Y: Background: The risk of healthcare-associated infections is exacerbated by poor hygiene practices in health care facilities and can contribute to increased patient morbidity and mortality. In low-income settings, caregivers play a key role in maintaining proper hygiene during inpatien...