Microorganismos patógenos en los niños de edad escolar (6-11 años), resultantes de la manipulación diaria, año 2019.

Abstract

Pathogenic microorganisms are bacteria found on all contact surfaces and can trigger infections in children by unexpectedly affecting their healt. The present work has as objective to analyze the presence of pathogenic microorganisms in the hands of the children of school age (6-11 years), using the bibliographic review or articles relating to the topic for the prevention of bacterial infections. An analysis was made described of microorganisms to 138 children using the method quali-cuantitative: qualitative because it identifies microorganisms by means of the Gran Tincion and quantitative because is known by means of Agar Base the quantification of the units of colonies. Also there were identified the factors of risk associated with the infantile infections and likewise to establish measurements of control and prevention by means of frequent visits to the doctor who attends in the most nearby health center and likewise the educational unit could grant chats to teachers and family parents so that its children could realice a correct hand higiene. Conclusion: the pathogenic microorganisms that were evident in the hands of the children under study were Staphylococcus aureus with 95% and Escherichia coli with 67%, with respiratory and urinary infections being the most common caused by these agents, considering that their risk factors are: age, nutritional status, direct transmission of these agents, incorrect hand washing, socioeconomic conditions and demographic areas.