Developing a design-based concept to improve hand hygiene in the neonatal intensive care unit.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hand hygiene (HH) is the most critical measure in the prevention of nosocomial infections in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Improving and sustaining adequate HH compliance rates, however, remains a significant challenge. Using a behavioral change framework and nudge theory, we developed a design-based concept aimed at facilitating and stimulating HH behavior.

Methods

Concept development was initiated by selecting a theoretical framework after which contextual field studies aimed at discovering causes for poor compliance were conducted. Potential solutions were brainstormed upon during focus group sessions. Low-fidelity prototypes were tested regarding feasibility, usability, and acceptability. A final concept was crafted drawing from findings from each d

SUBMITTER: Jansen SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10382316 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature