As an extension of a MRSA-related study, this research investigated the rate of transmission of resistant Gram-negative bacteria (RGNB) from residents to healthcare personnel (HCP) within community-based nursing homes. 13 facilities in Michigan and Maryland participated in the project. Perianal skin swabs were taken from 399 enrollees, 74 of which were positive for at least 1 RGNB. The gloves and gowns of HCP were swabbed after each interaction and the type of care activity recorded. Dataset includes resident demographic and health status data, type of care activity, transmission rates, and microbiological characteristics.
Residents from 13 community-based nursing homes located in Maryland and Michigan participated in this study of MRSA transmission rates to healthcare personnel (HCP) during routine care activities. Upon enrollment, cultures were taken at the anterior nares and perianal skin. Of the 401 participants, 113 were MRSA colonized. A random sample of non-colonized residents were also included in the study. HCP gloves and gowns were swabbed after each interaction with participants and the activity type and duration recorded. This dataset includes resident characteristics (demographics, health status, etc.) type of care activity, and transmission rates.