Infection prevention and control in general practice
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Infection prevention and control in general practice

Beejaye Nunkoo Infection control lead nurse, Hillingdon Primary Care Trust, London
Hilary Pickles Former director of public health, Hillingdon Primary Care Trust, London
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Reducing healthcare-associated infections is a priority for the NHS. This article highlights infection prevention and control expectations for nurses working in general practice. Careful attention to detail and following recommended guidelines are good professional practice – protecting patients from infection and the practice from potential litigation.

Nursing Standard. 23, 13, 44-48. doi: 10.7748/ns2008.12.23.13.44.c6731

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beejaye.nunkoo@hillingdon.nhs.uk

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Keywords :

General practice - Infection control - Primary care

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03 December 2008 / Vol 23 issue 13

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