Preventing catheter-related urinary tract infection: focus on Proteus mirabilis.
Urinary tract infections caused by Proteus are uncommon, and account for only 1-2% of community-acquired infections. However, it is important that staff are able to recognise the features of a Proteus infection. Proteus infections, if unrecognised, can become established and cause major health probl...
| Publicado en: | British Journal of Community Nursing Vol. 16; no. 11; pp. 528 - 533 |
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| Formato: | pictorial tables/charts Journal Article |
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Mark Allen Holdings Limited
Nov2011
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| Sumario: | Urinary tract infections caused by Proteus are uncommon, and account for only 1-2% of community-acquired infections. However, it is important that staff are able to recognise the features of a Proteus infection. Proteus infections, if unrecognised, can become established and cause major health problems. Proteus is more common in people who have or have had a urinary catheter. Minimizing the incidence and duration of urinary catheterization is an important part of preventing infection. Community staff who are alert to the possibility of this infection can make a huge difference to their patients' quality of life. |
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