Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What sort of precautions are taken to prevent staphylococcal infections in nosonomial settings?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Universal protection: Hand washing in between patients, use of proper protective gears.
Answered 7/5/2012
6.1k views
Thank
Nosocomial: Nosocomial means hospital acquired. The most important precaution is to use frequent hand washing anytime a patient is seen and between patients. For some types of infections, such as MRSA a private room with gowns and gloves and other protective gear may be needed.
Answered 6/10/2014
5.4k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
My baby was born today. Hospital says they want to use tobramycin eye drops to prevent infections as a precaution. Is it safe?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I want to improve on my immune system to prevent viral infection s?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I'm suffering paronychia.4 times nail removed.taken antiboitic and cream.but no result.growing back nail prevent the infection.What to do?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
What are some precautions that can be taken to prevent airborne infections?
How do you prevent nosocomial infection?
Is it possible to prevent staphylococcal infections?
What all precautions I should take to prevent getting eye infection from a family member..?
I went to a doctor to take precautions and asked to begin post exposure prophylaxis, I was prescribed Ranega when I look at the product information it says that it does not prevent Hiv infection, is this treatment going to help me or not?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
