Impact of organisation and management factors on infection control in hospitals: a scoping review

Title: Impact of organisation and management factors on infection control in hospitals: a scoping review

Source: Journal of Hospital Infection 73(1) pp.1-14.

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Date of publication: September 2009

Publication type: Journal Article

In a nutshell: Item that identifies the key organisational characteristics that should be considered risk or preventive factors for infection. Positive leadership at ward level and above is a prerequisite for effective action to control infection. Senior clinical leaders need a highly visible presence and clear role boundaries and responsibilities. Team stability and morale are linked to improved patient outcomes. Organisational mechanisms for supporting training, appraisal and clinical governance are determinants of effective practice and successful change. Rates of infection are linked to workload, in terms of nurse staffing, bed occupancy and patient turnover.

Length of publication: 14p.

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Pandemic flu: managing demand and capacity in health care organisations (surge)

Source: Department of Health

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Date of publication: 2009

Publication type: Practice Guidelines

In a nutshell: Aims to support NHS and social care organisations to build on their existing preparedness plans and enable clinicians to work within an ethical framework during a pandemic, when there may be a significant increase in demand for care. Gives guidance on the following:

• operational issues around the increase in demand for services
• supporting clinicians with the decision making processes on triaging patients

Length of publication: 127p.

Acknowledgement: DH