by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 22, 2023 | Blog, Infection Prevention, Quality
Has anyone heard the phrase, “smells like a nursing home”? Unfortunately, along with the microorganisms that cause unpleasant odors potentially dangerous virus, bacteria and mold may be present with the potential to cause the vulnerable nursing home resident... by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 17, 2023 | COVID-19, Infection Prevention, Q&A
Q: Now that the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) has ended, what Infection Control precautions are facilities required to follow? A: The recommendations in the CDC Guidance, Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Healthcare Personnel... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 29, 2023 | Blog, COVID-19, Infection Prevention
An effective Infection Preventionists plays the part of guardian, detective, and scientist as they lead facility efforts in preventing and controlling infections through a robust Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program. As facilities move beyond the COVID era,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 6, 2023 | Infection Prevention, Nursing, Q&A
Q: We have a resident on Enhanced Barrier Precautions who will be staying at our facility long-term. Are there criteria for discontinuing these precautions at some point? A: It depends on why the Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) were implemented. For... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 16, 2022 | Infection Prevention
A recent study found that over 90% of high-touch surfaces in Long Term Care facilities were contaminated with potential sources of infectious disease spread. (American Journal of Infection Control) Handrails, equipment controls, and patient beds were 4 times more... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 12, 2022 | Blog, Infection Prevention
Infection surveillance is critical in long term care. It enables the effective Infection Preventionist to monitor facility trends and act proactively in response to potential outbreaks. CMS states that The facility must establish a system for surveillance based upon...