Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus screening as a patient safety initiative: using patients’ experiences to improve the quality of screening practices

Source:  Journal of Clinical Nursing 2013 Sep 21. [Epub ahead of print]

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Date of publication:  September 2013

Publication type:  Journal article

In a nutshell:  This study aimed to explore the patient experience and acceptability of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus screening of inpatient admissions to acute hospital settings. The study was conducted in six acute care hospitals in three Scottish regions. The results provide evidence that attitudes were largely positive and responses indicated a belief in the beneficial impact of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus screening for patients and the wider community. Clinicians should consider the timing, content and effectiveness of information provision.

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