Quantity versus Quality: Chlorhexidine Bathing Adequacy Assessments in 3 High-Risk Units

• Main Authors: Michelle Doll (Author), Barry Rittmann (Author), Patrick Ching (Author), Kaila Cooper (Author), Yvette Major (Author), Gonzalo Bearman (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Cambridge University Press, 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Chlorhexidine gluconate bathing (CHGB) prevents healthcare associated infections (HAIs). CHGB quality is rarely assessed; prior studies identified that concentrations of CHG can be suboptimal, particularly at the neck, and if rinsed after application. In the setting of increased HAI rate...