Isolation precautions for antibiotic-resistant bacteria in healthcare settings

Title: Isolation precautions for antibiotic-resistant bacteria in healthcare settings

Source: Current Opinion in Infectious Diseases, 22(4) pp. 339-344.

Publication type: Journal Article

Date of publication: 2009

In a Nutshell: Identifies that effective prevention of the transmission of pathogens within the healthcare system requires a multifaceted approach. Existing guidelines should be used to create institutional policies specific to individual patient populations, problem pathogens and the ability to practically implement various infection control procedures.

Length of publication: 5p.

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