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Gown and Glove Use to Prevent the Spread of Infection in VA Community Living Centers
In Brief
An observational study for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus. Completed, enrolled 203 participants across 7 sites.
Detailed Summary
Methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) infections are a common cause of morbidity and mortality in nursing home residents. MRSA is predominantly spread from patient-to-patient by health care workers. The use of gowns, gloves and hand washing prevents this spread; however, their use detracts from a patient-centered, home-like environment which is an important priority for nursing homes. The goal of this project is to determine when it is most important for health care workers to wear gowns and to wash their hands when caring for MRSA colonized Veterans in community living centers.