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Transmission of Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria to Healthcare Personnel Gowns and Gloves During Care of Residents in Community-Based Nursing Facilities
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- Mary-Claire RoghmannNatalia BlancoJennifer K. JohnsonJohn D. Sorkin3 more author(s)...
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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...
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Disease Transmission, InfectiousDrug Resistance, BacterialNursing Homes
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