Infection control in the nursing home: the physician's role
Bentley, D.W.; Cheney, L.
Geriatrics 45(11): 59-66
1990
ISSN/ISBN: 0016-867X PMID: 2227462 Document Number: 349104
Infection control in the nursing home or long-term care facility is an increasingly complex activity. The high rates (approximately 15%) and special risks (group activities, crowding) for nosocomial infection demand special attention by attending physicians. Some specific responsibilities include: recognition of infection; knowledge and use of basic infection control principles; appropriate antibiotic use; review of immunizations; facilitation of communications among office, hospital, and long-term care facility; and involvement with infection control program(s).