# Facilitators and barriers for the use of ultraviolet-C disinfection for patient room cleaning at VA hospitals: a qualitative analysis

## TL;DR

This study explores the challenges and supports for using UV-C disinfection in VA hospitals to improve patient room cleaning.

## Contribution

The study identifies specific barriers and facilitators for UV-C adoption in VA hospitals and suggests strategies for successful implementation.

## Key findings

- Barriers to UV-C use include safety concerns, high patient volumes, staffing issues, and costs.
- Facilitators include education, interprofessional communication, and leadership support.
- An implementation toolkit and collaboration can help integrate UV-C into infection prevention practices.

## Abstract

To evaluate ultraviolet-C (UV-C) disinfection, we interviewed 34 personnel at 22 Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals. Barriers included safety concerns, patient volumes, staffing, and costs. Facilitators included education and interprofessional communication. An implementation toolkit, interprofessional collaboration, and leadership support could optimize UV-C integration into VA infection prevention.