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Tulay Erkan¹, Ummu Yildiz Findik, Burcu Tokuc

¹Trakya University Training and Research Hospital, Edirne, Turkey.

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Hand-washing training significantly improved nurses' behavior and knowledge. Post-training, nurses washed hands more frequently and with better technique, highlighting the importance of structured education.

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Healthcare Quality
Infection Prevention and Control
Nursing Education

Background:

Inadequate hand hygiene among healthcare professionals is a major contributor to healthcare-associated infections.
Effective hand-washing practices are crucial for patient safety and infection control in hospital settings.
Continuous education and reinforcement are necessary to maintain optimal hygiene standards.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the impact of a targeted training program on nurses' hand-washing knowledge and behavior.
To evaluate changes in hand-washing frequency, duration, knowledge, and quality among nurses post-intervention.
To provide evidence for the implementation of structured hand-washing training in healthcare facilities.

Main Methods:

A prospective study involving 200 nurses at a Turkish university hospital.
Data collection via pre- and post-test surveys and a personal information form.
Nurses received a 40-minute training session and a handbook on hand washing.
Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, t-tests, and Mc Nemar chi-squared tests.

Main Results:

A statistically significant increase in the frequency of hand washing was observed post-training (P = 0.029).
Significant improvements were noted in the time spent on hand washing (P < 0.05), knowledge of practices (P < 0.05), and quality of hand washing (P < 0.05).
The training program demonstrated a positive effect on both the behavioral and knowledge aspects of nurses' hand hygiene.

Conclusions:

Structured hand-washing training programs are effective in enhancing nurses' hygiene practices.
Regular implementation of such training is recommended to improve patient safety and reduce infection rates.
The study underscores the importance of continuous education in maintaining high standards of hand hygiene in clinical settings.