scholarly journals Preventing healthcare-associated infection in Switzerland: Results of a national survey

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (5) ◽  
pp. 597-600
Author(s):  
Hugo Sax ◽  
Peter W. Schreiber ◽  
Lauren Clack ◽  
David Ratz ◽  
Sanjay Saint ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
National Survey ◽  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Surveillance Systems ◽  
Healthcare Associated Infection ◽  
Leadership Support ◽  
Healthcare Associated ◽  
Excellent Leadership

AbstractWe assessed infection prevention in Swiss hospitals via a national survey focusing on infection prevention practices prior to a large national infection prevention initiative. Of the 59 hospitals that responded (77%), 98% had infection prevention teams and 40% very good or excellent leadership support. However, a minority of hospitals used recommended infection prevention practices and surveillance systems regularly.

The Past, Present, and Future of Healthcare-Associated Infection Prevention in Pediatrics: Catheter-Associated Bloodstream Infections

2010 ◽  
Vol 31 (S1) ◽  
pp. S27-S31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristina A. Bryant ◽  
Danielle M. Zerr ◽  
W. Charles Huskins ◽  
Aaron M. Milstone
Keyword(s):  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Bloodstream Infections ◽  
Central Line ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Prevention Strategies ◽  
Healthcare Associated Infection ◽  
Research Topics ◽  
The Past ◽  
Healthcare Associated ◽  
Current Practices

Central line–associated bloodstream infections cause morbidity and mortality in children. We explore the evidence for prevention of central line–associated bloodstream infections in children, assess current practices, and propose research topics to improve prevention strategies.

scholarly journals Governmental surveillance system of healthcare-associated infection in Brazil

2014 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 657-662 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cassimiro Nogueira Junior ◽  
Maria Clara Padoveze ◽  
Rúbia Aparecida Lacerda
Keyword(s):  
Surveillance System ◽  
Surveillance Systems ◽  
Healthcare Associated Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Southern States ◽  
Governmental Surveillance ◽  
Minimum Requirements ◽  
Two Phases ◽  
Healthcare Associated ◽  
And Control


Objective: This study aimed to describe the structure of governmental surveillance systems for Healthcare Associated Infection (HAI) in the Brazilian Southeastern and Southern States. Method: A cross-sectional, descriptive and exploratory study, with data collection by means of two-phases: characterization of the healthcare structure and of the HAI surveillance system. Results: The governmental teams for prevention and control of HAI in each State ranged from one to six members, having at least one nurse. All States implemented their own surveillance system. The information systems were classified into chain (n=2), circle (n=4) or wheel (n=1). Conclusion: Were identified differences in the structure and information flow from governmental surveillance systems, possibly limiting a nationwide standardization. The present study points to the need for establishing minimum requirements in public policies, in order to guide the development of HAI surveillance systems.


The Past, Present, and Future of Healthcare-Associated Infection Prevention in Pediatrics: Viral Respiratory Infections

2010 ◽  
Vol 31 (S1) ◽  
pp. S22-S26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Danielle M. Zerr ◽  
Aaron M. Milstone ◽  
W. Charles Huskins ◽  
Kristina A. Bryant
Keyword(s):  
Influenza A ◽  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Virus Isolation ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Healthcare Associated Infection ◽  
The Past ◽  
Viral Respiratory Infections ◽  
Healthcare Associated ◽  
Pediatric Infection ◽  
Viral Respiratory

Viral respiratory infections pose a significant challenge to pediatric infection prevention programs. We explore issues regarding the prevention of viral respiratory infections by discussing transmission of influenza A virus, isolation of infected patients, and hospital programs for influenza vaccination.

scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 on traditional healthcare-associated infection prevention efforts

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (8) ◽  
pp. 946-947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael P. Stevens ◽  
Michelle Doll ◽  
Rachel Pryor ◽  
Emily Godbout ◽  
Kaila Cooper ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Healthcare Associated Infection ◽  
Healthcare Associated

Surveillance systems for healthcare-associated infection in high and upper-middle income countries: A scoping review

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (5) ◽  
pp. 429-437 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saho Takaya ◽  
Kayoko Hayakawa ◽  
Nobuaki Matsunaga ◽  
Yuki Moriyama ◽  
Yuichi Katanami ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Surveillance Systems ◽  
Healthcare Associated Infection ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Healthcare Associated
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