Stethoscope, Hand and Mobile Phone: Bacterial Contamination and Infection Control Among Medical and Nursing Students in Jordan

Bataineh, Nesreen; Momani, Waleed; Abu‐Ismail, Luai; Khamees, Almu’atasim; Malkawi, Ismail; Momani, Leen Al; Saraireh, Muthanna; Khatatbeh, Moawiah

doi:10.4274/mjima.galenos.2021.2021.8

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“…A Serbian study showed that a substantial number of students in the study had cleaned their stethoscopes (Gazibara et al, 2015). Similarly to our study, a survey amongst medical and nursing students in Jordan showed that only 8% cleaned their stethoscopes between patients, 38% did not clean their stethoscopes at all, 67% did not know how to effectively clean their stethoscopes (Bataineh et al, 2022).…”

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Stethoscopes as vectors of staphylococci at a veterinary teaching hospital

KIRALY-AVCI,

AVCI,

HALAÇ

et al. 2023

Journal of Istanbul Veterinary Sciences

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The issue of nosocomial infections, or healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), remains a significant concern in healthcare settings worldwide. In recent times, there has been growing attention towards medical devices, notably stethoscopes, as potential vectors for pathogen transmission. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of Staphylococcal contamination on stethoscopes used by students and staff at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Faculty of Veterinary Medicine’s animal hospital. Furthermore, it gathered information about stethoscope usage habits, cleaning practices, handwashing routines, participants' knowledge about nosocomial infections, and their interest in learning more about these infections and stethoscope hygiene. The analysis of 50 stethoscope samples revealed that 27 (54%) were contaminated with one or more Staphylococci. The isolated 30 Staphylococcus spp. included Staphylococcus epidermidis (n=17; 56.7%), Staphylococcus hominis (n=10; 33.3%), Staphylococcus pasteuri (n=1; 3.3%), Staphylococcus capitis (n=1; 3.3%), and Staphylococcus schleiferi (n=1; 3.3%). Notably, the absence of the highly pathogenic Staphylococcus aureus in all samples provides some reassurance. However, the presence of various Staphylococcus spp. raises concerns due to their pathogenic potential. These findings align with previous research on stethoscope contamination, emphasizing the persistent problem of bacterial colonization on these crucial medical devices. Despite variations in bacterial prevalence among studies, Staphylococcus spp. consistently emerge as common contaminants, emphasizing the need for comprehensive stethoscope hygiene protocols in veterinary healthcare settings. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report describing the vector potential of stethoscopes in a veterinary setting within Turkey. The study suggests the necessity for further research, taking a proactive approach to tackle the challenges of nosocomial infections. This would enable the development of strategies to ensure a safer healthcare environment for patients and healthcare providers.

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Stethoscopes as vectors of staphylococci at a veterinary teaching hospital

KIRALY-AVCI,

AVCI,

HALAÇ

et al. 2023

Journal of Istanbul Veterinary Sciences

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Determination of the Effects of Hand Hygiene Education Given to Nursing Students in Intensive Care Unit on Hand Microbiota

Özdemir,

Saray Kılıç,

Sungur

et al. 2024

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Purpose: This study is conducted with the purpose of comparing fourth-year nursing students' hand hygiene practices and beliefs with their hand flora. Additionally, we aim to assess the effectiveness of hand hygiene education in this context. Material and Methods: This research has been conducted using a pre-test, post-test, and control group quasi-experimental design. The Hand Hygiene Application Inventory and the Hand Hygiene Belief Scale administered as pre-tests. Students underwent tape stripping and swab methods to collect samples for their hand flora before any interventions. A post-test was conducted for the experimental group. Results: The hand hygiene beliefs and practices of both groups were similar before training. When the Hand Hygiene Application Inventory and Hand Hygiene Belief Scale scores before and after the training were examined, an increase was observed in the scale scores after the training. In this study, the microorganisms present in the general hand flora were identified simplistically, and the changes were observed after hand hygiene education. Furthermore, the study shed light on the structure of hand flora after education in terms of microbial load. Conclusion: It has been experimentally determined that there is a significant decrease in hand microbiota load and pathogenic groups with hand hygiene education.

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Stethoscope, Hand and Mobile Phone: Bacterial Contamination and Infection Control Among Medical and Nursing Students in Jordan

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Stethoscopes as vectors of staphylococci at a veterinary teaching hospital

Stethoscopes as vectors of staphylococci at a veterinary teaching hospital

Determination of the Effects of Hand Hygiene Education Given to Nursing Students in Intensive Care Unit on Hand Microbiota

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