การบริหารจัดการความเสี่ยงในระบบซักฟอกและอบฆ่าเชื้อผ้า : แนวทางพัฒนา เพื่อยกระดับความปลอดภัยในโรงพยาบาลระดับจังหวัด
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Introduction: Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a vital component of quality healthcare systems. Hospital linen and laundry services play a critical support role in reducing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), directly affecting the safety of patients and staff. Objective: This study aimed to analyze and synthesize the risk management system in the laundering and sterilization processes in provincial hospitals in Thailand Methodology: documentary analysis of both international and national sources. Results: The content was categorized into five key areas: (1) the role and importance of laundering in infection control, (2) types of risks associated with laundering processes, (3) systemic problems and limitations, (4) relevant theories, standards, and practices in risk management, and (5) practical development strategies focusing on spatial organization, personnel training, appropriate technology, data recording, and continuous evaluation. Conclusion: This article proposes a comprehensive approach aligned with WHO guidelines and Thailand's Ministry of Public Health to enhance the quality and safety of hospital laundry services in a sustainable manner.
Institutions: Northeastern University, Khon Kaen Hospital
Language: Thai
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7220340422