Objective:
The article proposes a theoretical reflection on aspects related to the use of these products in the context of health services from the national and international perspective recommendations, the antimicrobial efficacy and associated factors.
Method:
Theoretical reflection on aspects related to the use of alcoholic preparations in the context of health services from the perspective of national and international recommendations.
Results:
The proof of the effectiveness of antimicrobial alcoholic preparations by rigorous methods that simulate practical conditions of use are fundamental to the use of these products, which still coexist other variables involved in the efficacy of the procedure, such as its duration, the volume of product being applied and acceptability.
Conclusion:
Gaps in official regulations are identified, the regard that may compromise one of the most important components of infection control and patient safety.
Handwashing; Anti-infective agents local; Health services; Cross infection