 The Infection Control Manual for Hospitals is a practical, easy-to-use, and comprehensive policies and procedures reference tool that covers the aspects of an IC program, from surveillance of infections to planning for bioterrorism. The content is written taking into consideration JCAHO standards, federal regulations, and current standards of practice for infection control.
The manual includes a detailed table of contents and numbered tabs for ease in finding specific policies. The manual format includes:
- The Infection Control Program
- Surveillance of Infections
- Education
- Isolation
- Employee Health
- Patient Care Policies
- Departmental Policies
- OSHA Exposure Control Plans for Bloodborne Pathogens and TB
- Performance Improvement
- Bioterrorism
- References
This manual is produced by HCPro, Inc. The policies and procedures were developed by IC experts Gail Bennett, RN, MSN, CIC, and Gloria Morrell, RN, MS, CIC. They have been reviewed by Connie Steed, RN, BSN, CIC, to ensure their accuracy and relevance.
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File: hospital-infection-control-manual.pdf (21KB)
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