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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Public Health
  • Infectious Disease Epidemiology

Background:

  • Healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) present a significant risk to patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Infection prevention and control (IPC) teams are essential for maintaining safety in healthcare environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify essential components of infection prevention services.
  • To determine IPC priorities, success indicators, and measurement methods.
  • To uncover facilitators and barriers impacting IPC success.

Main Methods:

  • A survey questionnaire was developed and distributed to IPC leaders and managers.
  • Data were collected from 70 IPC leaders/managers responsible for diverse IPC services.

Main Results:

  • Significant variations exist in IPC service delivery components and budget availability.
  • Core IPC functions include providing expert advice, surveillance, audits, and education.
  • Participants reported diverse IPC service requirements across healthcare organizations.

Conclusions:

  • Optimizing IPC services is critical for minimizing HCAIs, especially post-pandemic.
  • Robust IPC programs are crucial for the health and well-being of IPC professionals facing increased demands.
  • Ensuring adequate resources and standardized practices can enhance IPC effectiveness.