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Table 4 Recommendations for a successful hand hygiene improvement program in long-term care facilities

From: Hand hygiene compliance and its drivers in long-term care facilities; observations and a survey

Recommendations to be included in making a successful program to improve hand hygiene in long-term care facilities;

 Take care of dedicated glove-use training for nursing staff in long-term care facilities

 Include strategies aimed at enhancing leadership, tailored to the specific needs of the various professional groups in long-term care facilities

 Explore hand hygiene determinants in long-term care facilities at ward level and within professional groups