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Iatrogenic Risk Factors

Iatrogenic risk factors for hospital acquired infection include the frequency with which hospital staff members wash their hands, use of anti-bacterial soap, care with which invasive procedures are administered and the care which which surgical instruments are used. Hospitals have a duty to minimize the possibility of their patients acquiring infections during treatment, and a failure to do so often leads to further injury to patients. Many medical malpractice lawsuits stem from infections that should have been avoided and lead to patient damages, even death from septic shock. Reducing the iatrogenic risk factors is a critical factor in reducing the incidence of hospital acquired infection and patient suffering.

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  • The most prevalent iatrogenic risk factor is the lack of use of anti-bacterial products by medical staff.
  • Hospital acquired infections have been increasing as hospital demand increases.

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