Q:
What are the top priorities for an effective Infection Prevention Program in long-term care?
A:
An effective program should focus on:
- Conducting a facility-wide infection control risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities.
- Implementing robust surveillance systems for early detection and response to outbreaks.
- Ensuring compliance with hand hygiene and environmental cleaning protocols.
- Providing ongoing staff education and competency assessments.
- Leveraging resources like the CDC’s Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training for continued learning.
Written by:
Shelly Maffia, MSN, MBA, RN, LNHA, QCP, CHC, CPC, CLNC®
Director of Regulatory Services
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