Workplace infection prevention control measures and work engagement during the COVID‐19 pandemic among Japanese workers: A prospective cohort study
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2022 at "Journal of Occupational Health"
DOI: 10.1002/1348-9585.12350
Abstract: Our objective was to assess the effect of appropriate workplace IPC measures on employees' work engagement. It could be important to note how workplace infection prevention control (IPC) measures for COVID‐19 contribute to positive mental… read more here.
Keywords: prevention control; work engagement; infection prevention; workplace infection ... See more keywords
Establishment of infection prevention and control strategy in nursing managements during surgical operations in COVID‐19 patients based on Delphi method
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2023 at "Nursing Open"
DOI: 10.1002/nop2.1648
Abstract: The aim of this study was to establish an infection prevention and control strategy for nursing managements during surgical operations in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) patients. read more here.
Keywords: prevention control; infection prevention; nursing managements; managements surgical ... See more keywords
Hospital Acquired Infections in Surgical Patients: Impact of COVID-19-Related Infection Prevention Measures
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2022 at "World Journal of Surgery"
DOI: 10.1007/s00268-022-06539-4
Abstract: Hospital acquired infections are common, costly, and potentially preventable adverse events. This study aimed to determine the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic-related escalation in infection prevention and control measures on the incidence of hospital acquired… read more here.
Keywords: infection prevention; acquired infections; hospital acquired; acquired infection ... See more keywords
The implementation of an infection prevention bundle reduces surgical site infections following cranial surgery
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2018 at "Acta Neurochirurgica"
DOI: 10.1007/s00701-018-3704-8
Abstract: BackgroundThe benefit of an infection prevention bundle made up of five basic procedures to avoid surgical site infections (SSIs) following cranial surgery was evaluated.MethodsData from all patients with first time elective brain surgery from March… read more here.
Keywords: infection prevention; implementation; infection; prevention bundle ... See more keywords
Best practice for infection prevention in pediatric respiratory clinics during the COVID-19 epidemic
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2020 at "World Journal of Pediatrics"
DOI: 10.1007/s12519-020-00377-x
Abstract: During the COVID-19 epidemic, it is important for ensuring infection prevention and control in the pediatric respiratory clinics. Herein, we introduced the practice of infection prevention and control in pediatric respiratory clinics in China. Triage… read more here.
Keywords: infection prevention; pediatric respiratory; respiratory clinics;
Registration for the 44th Annual Conference is now open.
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2017 at "American journal of infection control"
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2016.11.007
Abstract: The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Annual Conference is the most comprehensive infection prevention conference in the world, featuring leading experts in infection prevention, cutting-edge education, the largest exhibit hall dedicated… read more here.
Keywords: registration 44th; infection prevention; infection; annual conference ... See more keywords
Updated resource: The APIC/JCR Infection Prevention and Control Workbook, Third Edition.
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2017 at "American journal of infection control"
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2016.12.011
Abstract: The APIC/JCR Infection Prevention and Control Workbook, Third Edition addresses infection prevention and control in health care settings of all types. The publication is a critical and timely resource as infection preventionists work to prevent… read more here.
Keywords: prevention control; infection prevention; control; infection ... See more keywords
The Impact of an Enhanced Infection Prevention Bundle on Gram-Negative Infection Rates
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2019 at "American Journal of Infection Control"
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2019.04.024
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Gram-negative bacteria (GNB) are a growing concern for hospitals due to the reduced susceptibility to antibiotics. The purpose of this study was to compare the rate of hospital-associated GNB (HA-GNB) infections before and after… read more here.
Keywords: infection prevention; gram negative; infection; period ... See more keywords
Epidemiologic Features of Hospital-acquired Burn Wound Infections (HABWI) and Infection Prevention Precautions at a University Hospital in Egypt
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2019 at "American Journal of Infection Control"
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2019.04.038
Abstract: BACKGROUND Patients with burn wounds are at increased risk for HABWI due to loss of the protective skin barrier and depression of immune system function. Infection prevention practices help to mitigate HABWI risk in this… read more here.
Keywords: infection prevention; habwi; infection; burn ... See more keywords
A Horse in the Hospital: The Importance of Collaboration between Infection Prevention and Child Life Specialists
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2019 at "American Journal of Infection Control"
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2019.04.042
Abstract: BACKGROUND Supported by the American Academy of Pediatrics, child Life Specialists (CLS) play a pivotal role in helping pediatric patients cope emotionally and psychologically with medical procedures or hospital stays. Literature shows that CLS involvement… read more here.
Keywords: life specialists; life; infection prevention; child life ... See more keywords
From Response to Recovery: Infection Prevention's Role in a Flood Disaster Event
Sign Up to like & getrecommendations! Published in 2019 at "American Journal of Infection Control"
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2019.04.051
Abstract: BACKGROUND Environmental issues are a constant concern in healthcare as facilities and processes can fail when tested during natural and man-made disasters. Water damage can have more of an impact than just the initial cosmetic… read more here.
Keywords: infection prevention; response; infection; response recovery ... See more keywords