Transcription of SURVEILLANCE TECHNIQUES AND METHODOLOGIES
{{id}} {{{paragraph}}}
SURVEILLANCE TECHNIQUES AND METHODOLOGIESE velyn Cook, RN, CICSPICEG oals of SURVEILLANCE Lecture Describe the recommended practices for SURVEILLANCE List the elements required for an organization SURVEILLANCE system Describe standardized definitions used for SURVEILLANCE Apply information to case studiesKey Concepts SURVEILLANCE is an essential component of an effective infection prevention program. Should be based on sound epidemiological and statistical principles Should be designed in accordance with current recommended practices and consist of defined elements Plays a critical role in identifying outbreaks, emerging infectious disease and bioterrorist eventsDefinitions Continual observation of a person or group, especially one suspected of doing something illegal (Bing Dictionary) Is the monitoring of thebehavior, activities, or other changing information, usually of people for the purpose of influencing, managing, directing, or protecting.
Apr 02, 2018 · • Device‐associated • CLABSI –Central line‐associated bloodstream infection • CLIP –Central line insertion practices • VAE – Ventilator‐associated events (adult locations only) • VAP – Ventilator‐associated pneumonia (in pediatric locations (in‐plan …
Domain:
Source:
Link to this page:
Please notify us if you found a problem with this document:
{{id}} {{{paragraph}}}