[wv_nurse 2003]

I can not think of anytime--no matter how busy, how many patients, or admissions--that Ididn't "have time" to wash my hands. NO excuse for it, IMHO. Some of these people don't even wash their hands after going to the bathroom--its basic nursing care and the most fundamental infection control.

[gwenith]

Sometimes it is convenience - how many have the alcohol rub - I find that there is more compliance when that is freely available as it is a quick squirt and rub.

[fergus51]

We do. I hate the smell, but it's important.

[unknown99]

Originally Posted by webbiedebbie

Not to mention all of the visitors that come in and out of the hospitals.

EXACTLY!!!!