Table 2 Prevalence of pathogens, regardless of thorough cleaning (TC)
Test sites | n | % (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
Medic bag handle | 80 | 14 (8–23) |
Patient harness | 80 | 13 (7–22) |
Blood pressure cuff | 80 | 18 (11–28) |
Defibrillator | 80 | 6 (3–14) |
Patient near site | 80 | 10 (5–19) |
Handlebar ceiling | 80 | 1 (0–8) |
Uniform torso | 80 | 24 (16–34) |
Uniform sleeve | 80 | 21 (14–32) |
Upper hand | 80 | 13 (7–22) |
Palm of hand | 80 | 16 (10–26) |