Abstract
Norovirus outbreaks cause significant patient distress and adversely affect healthcare service delivery. Measures to manage outbreaks include controlling patient/staff movement and advising visitors of the risks of infection; temporary suspension of visiting (TSV) is advocated by some. Factors influencing the use of TSV have not previously been reported. The aim of this study is to describe current practice in Scotland regarding TSV during norovirus outbreaks.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 253-258 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Journal of Hospital Infection |
Volume | 92 |
Issue number | 3 |
Early online date | 6 Nov 2015 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2016 |
Keywords
- Norovirus outbreaks
- suspended visiting
- outbreak management