Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhin.2018.08.013
Title: | The socio-economic impact of multidrug-resistant nosocomial infections: a qualitative study | Authors: | MO YIN Isaac Low Taoyang TAMBYAH SIOK KUAN PAUL ANANTHARAJAH TAMBYAH |
Keywords: | Healthcare-associated infection Multidrug-resistant organisms Nosocomial infection Socio-economic |
Issue Date: | 29-Aug-2018 | Publisher: | Elsevier | Citation: | MO YIN, Isaac Low Taoyang, TAMBYAH SIOK KUAN, PAUL ANANTHARAJAH TAMBYAH (2018-08-29). The socio-economic impact of multidrug-resistant nosocomial infections: a qualitative study. ScholarBank@NUS Repository. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhin.2018.08.013 | Abstract: | The burden of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) has traditionally been measured using clinical and economic outcomes. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 18 patients or their caregivers affected by HCAI caused by multidrug-resistant organisms to better understand the human impact of HCAI. Most patients had misconceptions about HCAI and antimicrobial resistance, leading to strong negative feelings towards HCAIs despite positive views of their healthcare providers. Communication issues across power imbalances need to be addressed to help deal with trauma of HCAIs. A holistic approach to HCAIs incorporating patient perspectives will likely help guide policymakers developing solutions to improve patient outcomes. | URI: | https://scholarbank.nus.edu.sg/handle/10635/153865 | DOI: | 10.1016/j.jhin.2018.08.013 |
Appears in Collections: | Staff Publications Elements |
Show full item record
Files in This Item:
File | Description | Size | Format | Access Settings | Version | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PIIS0195670118304468.pdf | 208.6 kB | Adobe PDF | OPEN | Published | View/Download |
Items in DSpace are protected by copyright, with all rights reserved, unless otherwise indicated.