Table 4 Observations across different areas of health facility
From: Infection control in delivery care units, Gujarat state, India: A needs assessment
Items available | Labor room,% (N = 20) | Operation theatre, % (N = 18) |
|---|---|---|
24-hour running water | 95 | 100 |
Wash basin with elbow or knee tap | 65 | 61 |
Soap | 90 | 80 |
Antiseptics for skin preparation | 95 | 94 |
Sterile (unused) gloves | 0 | 89 |
Surgical gloves: reused | 85 | 71 |
Sterile linen packs | 65 | 66 |
Sterile delivery packs | 50 | 0 |
Disposable delivery kit ("Mamta kit") | 40 | 0 |