This July, the Quality Topic of the Month focuses on Infection Control; Still the Most Commonly Cited Tag in Texas.
Resources: Free Related Online CE Courses
Infection Prevention in Long-Term Care Settings
Infection Prevention and Control (for Administrators)
Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship in Nursing Homes Webinar
This recently released resource is designed to help nursing homes improve antibiotic prescribing practices and reduce inappropriate use to protect residents from the consequences of antibiotic-resistant infections, such as C. difficile. Access the CDC website and resources at www.cdc.gov.
Tools to get started with focusing on Antibiotic Stewardship
Leaders and their Roles
Staff in-service fact sheet
Not All “infections” Need Antibiotics!
AHRQ Suspected UTI SBAR – PDF
What to ask fact sheet for residents and families
Infection Prevention and YOU: How to be a good visitor at a Nursing Home
