Infection control measures are essential from "summary" of Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Twenty-First Edition (Vol.1 & Vol.2) by Joseph Loscalzo,Anthony S. Fauci,Dennis L. Kasper,Stephen Hauser,Dan Longo,J. Larry Jameson
Infection control measures are essential to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in healthcare settings and the community at large. These measures encompass a range of strategies aimed at reducing the risk of transmission of pathogens, including proper hand hygiene, the use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to standard precautions. By implementing these measures, healthcare providers can protect both themselves and their patients from acquiring and spreading infections. Hand hygiene is one of the most important infection control measures, as it can significantly reduce the transmission of pathogens. Healthcare workers should wash their hands frequently with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand sanitizers before and after patient contact, after touching contaminated surfaces, and before and after performing invasive procedures. Proper hand hygiene is essential to prevent the spread of infections such as healthcare-associate...
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