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Cross Infection A Major Hospital Challenge
AP Science Writer C G McDaniel reports that hospital cross infection or nosocomial infection is a major problem with uncertain incidence and high costs. Conservative estimates show 2 to 5 percent of admissions acquire infections, raising costs and length of stay. deaths are variably estimated up to 100,000 annually. Emphasis on hand washing, strict asepsis, and reduced catheter use are urged along with improvements in operating room hygiene and hospital design to curb infections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. G. McDaniel
Dorothy Golden
R.N
Ohio State University Hospitals
Columbus
Bertha Yanis Litsky
Amherst
Mass
American Hospital Association
Litsky
George F. Mallison
U.S. Center For Disease Control
Atlanta