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The audit process: Part I. Pre-audit preparation.

Anne Bialachowski¹, Karen Clinker, Mary LeBlanc

¹Central South Infection Control Network, St. Joseph's Villa, 56 Governor's Roa, Dundas, Ontario L9H 5G7. bialach@hhsc.ca

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This study details the preparation phase for infection prevention and control audits, crucial for enhancing patient safety and fostering interdepartmental collaboration in healthcare settings.

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Area of Science:

Healthcare Management
Patient Safety
Infection Control

Background:

Infection prevention and control (IPC) audits are vital for patient safety in healthcare.
Successful audits improve partnerships and drive organizational change.
This study focuses on the preparatory stages of the audit process.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the essential preparation steps for conducting IPC audits.
To highlight the importance of meticulous planning in audit success.
To lay the groundwork for effective audit implementation.

Main Methods:

Literature review on audit preparation.
Analysis of best practices in healthcare auditing.
Framework development for IPC audit planning.

Main Results:

Key elements of audit preparation identified.
Strategies for effective stakeholder engagement outlined.
Checklists and guidelines for pre-audit activities proposed.

Conclusions:

Thorough preparation is fundamental for successful IPC audits.
Effective planning enhances audit impact on patient safety.
This foundational work supports improved healthcare outcomes.