Nosocomial infection control: role of the nurse

Abstract

Objective: To know the scientific production of Brazilian nursing on the control of nosocomial infections in the last five years. Method: The selection of articles was performed in following bases: SCIELO, LILACS and BDENF, by observing the inclusion criteria: studies in humans, in the form of published scientific articles, available in Portuguese, having free access and a nurse among the authors. Results: The sample consisted of 22 articles. Two themes emerged from the analysis: Knowledge of hospital infections and the use of PP by health teams; role of nurses in hospital infection control and the strategies adopted. Conclusion: Analysis revealed the great responsibility the nurse has in relation to the prevention and control of hospital infections. It is emphasized that the commitment of nurses in relation to the work they have with the team which they manage reflects on the care provided and supports a form of assessment of quality of care.