Abstract
Universal screening for methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) of admissions to hospital became mandatory in England in 2010 . However, there is little data about the patient experience of MRSA screening, the impact of receiving a positive result and the confidence patients have in the care they receive.
Highlights
Universal screening for methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) of admissions to hospital became mandatory in England in 2010
To explore MRSA screening from the perspective of the patient, assess its role in maintaining confidence in efforts to prevent healthcare associated infection, and create patient reported experience measures (PREMs) to inform the future development of screening policies
MRSA screening was accepted as part of the hospital routine and contributed to reassuring participants about hospitals’ commitment and ability to prevent infection
Summary
Universal screening for methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) of admissions to hospital became mandatory in England in 2010. There is little data about the patient experience of MRSA screening, the impact of receiving a positive result and the confidence patients have in the care they receive
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