Epidemiology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the national screening programme for MRSA?
A
- nasal, groin, wound swabs
- urine, sputum cultures
- inspection of line sites
2
Q
How are MDR Gm-ves generally controlled?
A
- screening (stool/rectal swabs)
- isolation/contact precaution
- hand hygiene
- env decontamination
- abx restriction
3
Q
What cleaning is necessary for infection control (CQC)?
A
- environmental screening
- enhanced cleaning
- decant & deep clean
- hydrogen peroxide
- rapid cleaning team
- inter-theatre trip terminal cleaning + assurance framework
