Innovative Strategies for Adherence to Hand Hygiene and Infection Prevention in Outpatient Oncology

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https://doi.org/10.36489/nursing.2025v30i331p12302-12313

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Infection Control, Hand Hygiene, Oncology, Infection Control Professionals, Ambulatory Care

Abstract

Objective: to report the experience of an Outpatient Oncology Service in implementing innovative strategies to increase hand hygiene adherence and prevent healthcare-associated infections. Method: descriptive data collection on infusions performed, number of hand hygiene inspections, adherence by professionals, product consumption, and infection cases in 2024. Results: 18,978 infusions and 1,187 hygiene inspections were conducted, with an average adherence of 87%. After a change in the lead nurse, several actions were implemented, such as educational campaigns, audits, technology use for practice validation, and playful activities. Alcohol-based solution consumption reached 30ml/day/patient. No bloodstream or central venous catheter infections were recorded. Conclusion: structured interventions, continuous education, and constant monitoring are essential to reduce infections and ensure patient safety, especially in outpatient oncology settings.

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2025-12-16

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Bragança, L. B. M., Moreira, T. da S. C., Coelho, A., Ferreira, C. N., Medeiros, M. F. B. de, & Gatti, E. (2025). Innovative Strategies for Adherence to Hand Hygiene and Infection Prevention in Outpatient Oncology. Nursing Edição Brasileira, 30(331), 12302–12313. https://doi.org/10.36489/nursing.2025v30i331p12302-12313

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