Table 1 Distribution of isolated bacteria by the BICU sampled surfaces
Surface sampled | Enterococcus spp. | E. coli | P. aeruginosa |
|---|---|---|---|
Doorknob (n = 24) | 2 (8.3%) | 0 | 0 |
Faucets (n = 24) | 3 (12.5%) | 0 | 1 (4.2%) |
Cabinets (n = 24) | 3 (12.5%) | 0 | 0 |
Cabinet handles 3a (n = 24) | 5 (20.8%) | 0 | 0 |
Cabinet handles 2b (n = 24) | 4 (16.6%) | 0 | 0 |
Examination tables (n = 24) | 1 (4.2%) | 0 | 0 |
Cages (n = 24) | 4 (16.6%) | 2 (8.3%) | 0 |
Telephone (n = 6) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Keyboard (n = 6) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Mouse (n = 6) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowls (n = 6) | 0 | 0 | 1 (16.6%) |
Countertop (n = 6) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Hand-held sponge (n = 6) | 1 (16.6%) | 1 (16.6%) | 1 (16.6%) |
TOTAL (n = 204) | 23 (11.3%) | 3 (1.5%) | 3 (1.5%) |