In the bag?
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Human corpses carry bacteria and fungus and some diseases remain after death, such as HIV, typhoid and open pulmonary tuberculosis. Patients with these must be put in cadaver bags after death. Everyone who handles the body should be told about the risk. Relatives can be allowed to kiss the face of a dead HIV patient so long as basic hygiene measures are taken, such as washing hands afterwards. Cadaver bags may upset relatives and if waterproof occlusive dressings are used then bags should be unnecessary. Even religious customs can be carried out if the relatives are given appropriate advice.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1999
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Standard practice
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A 12 tool audit pack has been specifically designed by the Infection Control Nurse's Association of the West Midlands, UK, to enable a full monitoring of care delivery to patients in the area. The pack has been designed to be used by community nurses working within schools and other health facilities where the risk of infection must be minimized. The kit is very helpful when used by qualified infection control nurses.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1999
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Drive down infection rates
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Infections are a major cause of increased morbidity, mortality, and cost in healthcare. A multiprofessional approach is suggested that includes proper assessment of the situation, evidence-based practice, planning implementation, lowering case rates, and future considerations to continually monitor and assess the efficacy.
Publication Name: Nursing Management
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-6314
Year: 2006
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