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When nurses hear the word research, they often groan. They picture an array of test tubes or petri dishes and scientists hunched over microscopes. While those pictures can be accurate, we use research every day. All healthcare workers strive to use evidence-based care to provide the very best care to patients. Research is the bedrock of evidence-based practice. As the title implies, IPs strive to decrease the risk of infection and to prevent the transmission of infection to others.  IPs review the data and implement guidelines and interventions based upon the research. IPs and other healthcare workers must know how to review and appraise the research. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed with all of the information.  It is important to understand what was studied, how it was studied,…

Each year on May 5, the World Health Organization highlights the importance of clean hands with World Hand Hygiene Day. In healthcare settings, proper hand hygiene is a simple yet powerful tool to prevent the spread of infections and save lives. Healthcare workers come into contact with dozens of patients and surfaces daily, making clean hands essential for breaking the chain of infection. Whether it’s before touching a patient, after exposure to bodily fluids, or before a procedure, consistent hand hygiene can prevent healthcare-associated infections and protect both patients and providers. Hand hygiene is just as important in our daily lives. We touch our faces, food, and personal items constantly—often without realizing it. Washing our hands before eating, after using the restroom, or after being in public spaces helps prevent…