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Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI)
healthcareAn infection acquired by a patient during the course of receiving healthcare, not present at admission.
Definition
HAIs include surgical site infections, catheter-associated urinary tract infections, ventilator-associated pneumonia, and Clostridioides difficile colitis. They extend length of stay, increase mortality, and drive costs.
Why it matters
Environmental disinfection is a foundational HAI-prevention control. Contaminated high-touch surfaces are proven reservoirs for pathogen transmission.
Practical applications
Standardise disinfectant chemistry and concentration across all patient-care areas, and audit compliance with cleaning checklists and ATP swabs.
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