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Building a successful infection prevention program: key components, processes, and economics
Evelyn Cook1, Dror Marchaim, Keith S Kaye
1Department of Medicine, Duke Infection Control Outreach Network, Durham, NC, USA. cook0084@mc.duke.edu
Infectious Disease Clinics of North America
|February 15, 2011
Summary
Infection preventionists (IPs) are crucial for preventing hospital-acquired infections. Their expanding roles now encompass multiple disciplines, highlighting a shift towards proactive patient protection strategies.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Nosocomial infections pose a significant threat to patient safety.
- Traditional infection control has evolved towards proactive infection prevention.
- The role of infection control professionals has expanded significantly.
Purpose of the Study:
- To delineate the structure and responsibilities of infection control programs.
- To examine the evolving role of the infection preventionist (IP).
- To discuss regulatory pressures and opportunities impacting infection control.
Main Methods:
- Review of infection control program structures.
- Analysis of the multidisciplinary responsibilities of IPs.
- Examination of regulatory landscapes affecting infection prevention.
Main Results:
- Infection control programs require a multidisciplinary approach.
- The title "infection preventionist" reflects a broader scope of practice.
- Regulatory factors significantly influence infection control program operations.
Conclusions:
- Effective infection prevention necessitates a comprehensive, integrated program.
- The evolution of the IP role underscores the importance of specialized expertise.
- Navigating regulatory demands is key to successful infection control initiatives.
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