Researchers borrowed an approach known as a stand-down from the military
A military approach helped improve hand-hygiene compliance at a healthcare facility, according to an article on the Becker's Infection Control & Clinical Quality website.
Researchers borrowed an approach known as a stand-down.
During the stand-down all non-essential activity was suspended and action plans to improve hand-hygiene compliance were discussed.
Hospital departments submitted written action plans, after which hand-hygiene compliance monitoring was increased.
August 17, 2016
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