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. 2001 Jul;16(10):1417-9.

Handwashing

S Bursey  1 , C Hardy, R Gregson
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  • PMID: 12026862

Handwashing

S Bursey et al. Prof Nurse. 2001 Jul.

Abstract

Hands are easily contaminated by transient bacteria and nurses must be aware of when and how to wash them and whether social handwashing or hygienic hand disinfection is required. Regular updates on good practice are recommended.

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