Should nurses take a pragmatic approach to hand hygiene?

Article Abstract:

The general assumption that poor compliance with hand hygiene is the result of staff attitudes and behavior is refuted and it is suggested that recommended practice standards are unrealistic. The nursing profession might find an improvement in overall standards by developing a pragmatic model based on a hierarchy of interventions.

Methods, Hand washing, Handwashing, Grooming

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Should nurses be healthy role models?

Article Abstract:

A debate on whether nurses should be healthy role models is presented. It is concluded that, whether one is a healthy nurse or an unhealthy one, what really matters to the patient is the service that is provided.

Management dynamics, Psychological aspects, Practice, Nurse and patient, Nurse-patient relations

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Should nurses practice what they preach?

Article Abstract:

Two nursing students debate whether nurses should be required to live a healthy lifestyle and lose weight or stop smoking in order to set a good example for patients.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Standards, Column, Behavior, Health behavior, Health behaviour

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