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Reducing the Risk of Targeted Multidrug-Resistant Organism Transmission

Date
Saturday, July 01, 2023 - 12:00 AM
Description
The prevalence of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) in the inpatient setting continues to increase due to gaps in infection control practices that facilitate their transmission. Although the isolation of hospitalized patients is effective at

Reduction in patient refusal of CHG bathing

Date
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 - 12:00 AM
Description
Daily chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) baths, using prepackaged cloths, is a well-supported evidence-based practice to reduce patient's risk of acquiring a central line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI).1-3 However, compliance with this practice

Reductions in Smoking Show Promise for Reducing Home Fire Deaths

Date
Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:00 AM
Description
Home fire deaths are higher in states that have a greater percentage of smokers, according to a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study published this month in the journal Injury Prevention.

Reductions in Smoking Show Promise for Reducing Home Fire Deaths

Date
Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:00 AM
Description
Home fire deaths are higher in states that have a greater percentage of smokers, according to a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study published this month in the journal Injury Prevention.