Fig. 1

Practices and experiences to prevent nosocomial infections in the designated hospitals of Wuhan because of the presence of patients infected with COVID-19. a Medical staff wearing and taking off disposable medical protective clothing according to the strict procedures; b all medical staff is in full compliance with the strict rules to prevent nosocomial infections during work; c medical staff entering contaminated zone according to the strict procedures; d wear latex gloves when touching the patient; e disinfect the gloves before and after touching the patients; f wash your hands before and after meals and defecation; g purify and disinfect the air in the offices and wards; h disinfect the wards after patients leaving