Essentials of Nursing Practice
Second Edition
Chapter 23: Aseptic technique and specimen collection
- https://www.nhs.uk/news/medical-practice/mrsa-rates-slashed-but-other-bugs-a-threat/
This report provides an overview for patients and the general public on the estimated prevalence of HCAI in 2012 and the types of micro-organisms causing concern.
- www.nhs.uk/chq/pages/how-should-i-collect-and-store-a-stool-faeces-sample.aspx
Part of the health questions series, this web page provides information for patients and the general public on stool specimens.
- https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/infections/how-should-i-collect-and-store-a-urine-sample/
his is useful information for patients and the general public on specimen collection and storage of urine samples, one of the most common samples requested.
- https://cks.nice.org.uk/urinary-tract-infection-children#!topicsummary
This link provides key points regarding urinary tract infection in children.
- https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/qs61
This NICE Quality Standard describes ambitious standards that organisations should aim to meet to support ongoing improvements in IPC and reductions in associated HCAI.