ECCMID 2014: Outbreak of colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumonia Carbapenemas...vweterings
We describe an outbreak of KPC producing Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258 that occurred in 2 institutions (a hospital and a nursing home) in The Netherlands between July and December 2013. In total 6 patients were
found positive for KPC-producing K. pneumonia (KPC-KP). All isolates were resistant to colistin, and exhibited reduced susceptibility to gentamicin and tigecycline. In all settings, extensive environmental contamination was
found. Whole genome sequencing revealed the presence of blaKPC-2 and blaSHV-12 genes, as well as the close relatedness of patient and environmental isolates.
In the hospital setting, one transmission was detected despite contact precautions. After upgrading to strict
isolation no further spread was found. After the transfer of the index patient to a nursing home in the same
region, four further transmissions occurred. The outbreak in the nursing home was controlled by transferring all KPC-KP positive residents to a separate location outside the nursing home, where a dedicated nursing team cared for patients.
Are peripheral-i vs-an-overlooked-source-of-infection-dinner-meeting-2013-07-25AYM NAZIM
This document discusses the potential risks of infection from peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVs). It provides definitions of primary bloodstream infections and central line-associated bloodstream infections. Several studies are referenced that found infection rates of 0.07-0.3 infections per 1,000 PIV days, with some cases resulting in serious complications like death. Risk factors for PIV infections included placement in the antecubital fossa, outside of the hospital, or remaining in place for over 3 days. The document argues that PIVs are commonly used but often overlooked as a potential source of healthcare-associated infections.
This document discusses needlestick injuries among healthcare workers and post-exposure prophylaxis. It provides information on the risks of transmitting various bloodborne pathogens like HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C via needlestick injuries. It also outlines the determinants of transmission risk and classifications of exposure incidents and infected sources. The document recommends immediate management of exposures, which includes wound cleansing. It provides treatment regimens for post-exposure prophylaxis of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. It stresses the importance of vaccination against Hepatitis B for healthcare workers and safe injection practices to prevent needlestick injuries.
This document discusses several patient cases that raise issues around infection control and antimicrobial stewardship in hospitals. It addresses challenges like limited isolation room availability, proper use and charging of personal protective equipment, prompt notification of multidrug-resistant organism results, pre-operative antimicrobial timing, HIV screening consent and confidentiality, opportunistic infection precautions, and establishing effective communication between nurses, doctors and pharmacists regarding antibiotic duration. The document uses these case examples to illustrate common problems encountered in infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship in hospital settings.
management of hbv & hcv needle stick injuryssn zhd
Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is a risk for healthcare workers, though standard infection control practices prevent many exposures. When accidental exposures do occur, immediate wound washing and medical advice is recommended. Institutions should have reporting procedures to document exposures and investigate how to prevent future incidents. Exposed workers should receive counseling and refrain from blood/tissue donation or unprotected sex until infection is ruled out. The risk of contracting hepatitis B or C depends on the exposure type and source infectivity, so exposed workers are evaluated and may receive vaccines or immunoglobulin treatments depending on the situation.
ECCMID 2014: Outbreak of colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumonia Carbapenemas...vweterings
We describe an outbreak of KPC producing Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258 that occurred in 2 institutions (a hospital and a nursing home) in The Netherlands between July and December 2013. In total 6 patients were
found positive for KPC-producing K. pneumonia (KPC-KP). All isolates were resistant to colistin, and exhibited reduced susceptibility to gentamicin and tigecycline. In all settings, extensive environmental contamination was
found. Whole genome sequencing revealed the presence of blaKPC-2 and blaSHV-12 genes, as well as the close relatedness of patient and environmental isolates.
In the hospital setting, one transmission was detected despite contact precautions. After upgrading to strict
isolation no further spread was found. After the transfer of the index patient to a nursing home in the same
region, four further transmissions occurred. The outbreak in the nursing home was controlled by transferring all KPC-KP positive residents to a separate location outside the nursing home, where a dedicated nursing team cared for patients.
Are peripheral-i vs-an-overlooked-source-of-infection-dinner-meeting-2013-07-25AYM NAZIM
This document discusses the potential risks of infection from peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVs). It provides definitions of primary bloodstream infections and central line-associated bloodstream infections. Several studies are referenced that found infection rates of 0.07-0.3 infections per 1,000 PIV days, with some cases resulting in serious complications like death. Risk factors for PIV infections included placement in the antecubital fossa, outside of the hospital, or remaining in place for over 3 days. The document argues that PIVs are commonly used but often overlooked as a potential source of healthcare-associated infections.
This document discusses needlestick injuries among healthcare workers and post-exposure prophylaxis. It provides information on the risks of transmitting various bloodborne pathogens like HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C via needlestick injuries. It also outlines the determinants of transmission risk and classifications of exposure incidents and infected sources. The document recommends immediate management of exposures, which includes wound cleansing. It provides treatment regimens for post-exposure prophylaxis of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. It stresses the importance of vaccination against Hepatitis B for healthcare workers and safe injection practices to prevent needlestick injuries.
This document discusses several patient cases that raise issues around infection control and antimicrobial stewardship in hospitals. It addresses challenges like limited isolation room availability, proper use and charging of personal protective equipment, prompt notification of multidrug-resistant organism results, pre-operative antimicrobial timing, HIV screening consent and confidentiality, opportunistic infection precautions, and establishing effective communication between nurses, doctors and pharmacists regarding antibiotic duration. The document uses these case examples to illustrate common problems encountered in infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship in hospital settings.
management of hbv & hcv needle stick injuryssn zhd
Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is a risk for healthcare workers, though standard infection control practices prevent many exposures. When accidental exposures do occur, immediate wound washing and medical advice is recommended. Institutions should have reporting procedures to document exposures and investigate how to prevent future incidents. Exposed workers should receive counseling and refrain from blood/tissue donation or unprotected sex until infection is ruled out. The risk of contracting hepatitis B or C depends on the exposure type and source infectivity, so exposed workers are evaluated and may receive vaccines or immunoglobulin treatments depending on the situation.
Presentation by Dr. Arthur Dessi Roman discussing the importance of safe injection practices and revisiting the recommendations on sharp injury prevention technologies
This presentation on how dried blood spot testing may overcome some of the barriers to HIV testing was given by Philip Cunningham, NSW State Reference Laboratory for HIV, at the AFAO Members Forum - May 2015.
Needle stick injury Prevention and Management by Dr. Rakesh Prasad SahDr. Rakesh Prasad Sah
1) Needle stick injuries can result in exposure to bloodborne viruses like hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV. The risk of infection depends on factors like the type of needle and whether the needle was visibly contaminated with blood.
2) Immediate first aid for exposures includes washing wounds with soap and water and flushing splashes to the eyes or mouth with water. Exposed individuals should also take the first dose of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV as soon as possible.
3) Management of exposures involves testing the source for bloodborne viruses, evaluating the exposure risk, deciding on PEP treatment, obtaining consent, counselling, and follow-up testing of exposed individuals to monitor for potential
It is important to realize that guidelines cannot always account for individual
variation among patients. They are not intended to supplant physician judgment
with respect to particular patients or special clinical situations. The IDSA considers
adherence to these guidelines to be voluntary, with the ultimate determination
regarding their application to be made by the physician in the light of each patient’s
individual circumstances.
This document discusses infection control in dialysis units. It provides background on the high rates of infection in dialysis patients, who are immunosuppressed and undergo frequent medical procedures and hospitalizations. The second leading cause of death in dialysis patients is infection. The document then outlines strategies recommended by the CDC and other experts to reduce infection rates, including surveillance and feedback, hand hygiene, chlorhexidine use, catheter care guidelines, and staff education. Standard precautions like environmental cleaning and proper use of personal protective equipment are also emphasized.
This document discusses the diagnosis and management of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) in hemodialysis patients. It outlines the following key points:
1. CRBSI can be diagnosed through paired blood cultures, with the same organism growing in both indicating infection. Catheter tip cultures can also help diagnose CRBSI.
2. Management involves starting empirical antibiotics and antibiotic lock therapy, then assessing response and either continuing treatment, exchanging the catheter, or removing it depending on improvement.
3. Prevention strategies include using aseptic technique during catheter insertion and care, avoiding non-tunneled and femoral catheters when possible, monitoring exit sites, and considering antimicrobial lock therapy or
This document discusses biosafety and infection control practices in dental care. It notes that regular dental visits are important for prevention and early detection of dental issues. Infection prevention is an emerging topic of importance in dentistry to prevent cross-transmission between patients and healthcare workers. The document outlines various infection risks and control methods used in dental procedures, including sterilizing instruments, using personal protective equipment, hand washing, and barrier use. Universal precautions treating all patients as potentially infectious are emphasized.
Post exposure prophylaxis (pep) -by Dr Munawar Khan SACPDr Munawar Khan
This document provides information on post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV. It discusses how HIV can be transmitted through contact with infectious bodily fluids, and that PEP using antiretroviral drugs can reduce the risk of transmission by around 80% if started within 72 hours of exposure. It outlines the factors that determine the risk of infection and recommendations for initial interventions, including washing any wounds, obtaining consent for HIV testing of the source person, and initiating PEP as soon as possible, preferably within two hours.
Sharp injuries and needle stick post exposure prophylaxis [compatibility mode]drnahla
Infection Control Guidelines for Sharp injuries and needle stick post exposure prophylaxis
Dr. NAHLA ABDEL KADERوMD, PhD.
INFECTION CONTROL CONSULTANT, MOH
INFECTION CONTROL CBAHI SURVEYOR
Infection Control Director, KKH.
The document discusses healthcare-associated infections that can occur from invasive medical devices like central venous catheters, including central line-associated bloodstream infections. It covers the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, risk factors, prevention strategies and clinical definitions of central line-associated bloodstream infections. The strategies to prevent CLABSIs include following best practices for catheter insertion and maintenance, hand hygiene, and using bundles that incorporate multiple evidence-based practices.
The document discusses the need for accreditation and certification in infection control education. It notes that healthcare-associated infections are a major problem globally and in developing countries like India. Proper infection control practices like hand hygiene and surveillance are important to reduce infections and antimicrobial resistance. National accreditation organizations help standardize infection control programs and ensure patient safety. Surveillance data can be used to identify problems and implement prevention strategies.
A Thai woman was hospitalized with pneumonia and exposed healthcare workers to an unknown pathogen. Testing revealed the patient was infected with avian influenza H5N1, which resulted in her death. The exposure prompted monitoring of exposed healthcare workers and reinforced the need to consider avian influenza in differential diagnoses even with atypical presentations.
Antibiotics have been very effective at treating bacterial infections but overuse has led to increased antibiotic resistance in bacteria. As early as the 1940s scientists warned about this risk, and bacteria have developed several mechanisms for becoming resistant including mutations, resistance genes from other bacteria, and failing to fully treat infections. The overprescription of antibiotics, both in medicine and agriculture, has accelerated this resistance problem to the point that many drugs are now ineffective, threatening our ability to treat common infections. Reducing unnecessary use, finishing antibiotic regimens, and developing new drugs more quickly are some approaches to address this growing public health crisis.
Dr. Sachin Verma is a young, diligent and dynamic physician. He did his graduation from IGMC Shimla and MD in Internal Medicine from GSVM Medical College Kanpur. Then he did his Fellowship in Intensive Care Medicine (FICM) from Apollo Hospital Delhi. He has done fellowship in infectious diseases by Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA). He has also done FCCS course and is certified Advance Cardiac Life support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) provider by American Heart Association. He has also done a course in Cardiology by American College of Cardiology and a course in Diabetology by International Diabetes Centre. He specializes in the management of Infections, Multiorgan Dysfunctions and Critically ill patients and has many publications and presentations in various national conferences under his belt. He is currently working in NABH Approved Ivy super-specialty Hospital Mohali as Consultant Intensivists and Physician.
Antibiotics Resistance is a new issue in Microbiology-Medicine aspects, taken from Lange Review of Medical Microbiology, this purpose is for education only
Development of resistant Staphylococcus aureus over timeTim Plante
A module covering the development of antibiotic resistance in Staphylococcus aureus including the development of MRSA or methicillin resistant staph aureus.
The overuse and misuse of antibiotics has led to a rapid increase in antibiotic resistance. There are several factors that contribute to this resistance, including spontaneous mutations that make bacteria resistant, evolutionary pressures that select for these mutations, and the ability of resistant bacteria to continue dividing. Modern travel and large urban populations help spread resistant bacteria globally. Hospitals are ideal environments for resistance to develop and spread due to the large amounts of antibiotics used and the vulnerable patient populations. Bacteria have multiple mechanisms for developing resistance, including inactivating antibiotics, pumping them out of cells, modifying antibiotic targets, and changing metabolic pathways. Increased efforts are needed to slow the development of resistance through more prudent antibiotic use and new drug development.
The document discusses antibiotic resistance and its causes. It notes that antibiotic resistance was first discovered in 1929 by Alexander Fleming and antibiotics were widely used starting in the 1940s. It then discusses how bacteria can become resistant to antibiotics through various mechanisms like denying antibiotic access, modifying the antibiotic target, or pumping antibiotics out of the cell. The document outlines factors that contribute to resistance developing, like improper antibiotic usage, lack of compliance with treatment durations, and overuse of broad-spectrum antibiotics. It provides examples of bacteria that have developed significant resistance issues, like E. coli becoming resistant to third-generation cephalosporins and MRSA developing vancomycin resistance. The document concludes that controlling antibiotic overuse and improving hygiene are important
Antibiotic resistance in bacteria is a major challenge for the long-term use of antimicrobial agents. Bacteria can develop resistance through intrinsic or acquired mechanisms such as mutations or gaining new DNA. Resistance occurs through various methods like altering the antibiotic target, reducing drug accumulation in bacteria, or enzymatically inactivating the drug. Prudent antibiotic use and infection control practices can help limit the emergence and spread of drug-resistant bacteria.
Presentation by Dr. Arthur Dessi Roman discussing the importance of safe injection practices and revisiting the recommendations on sharp injury prevention technologies
This presentation on how dried blood spot testing may overcome some of the barriers to HIV testing was given by Philip Cunningham, NSW State Reference Laboratory for HIV, at the AFAO Members Forum - May 2015.
Needle stick injury Prevention and Management by Dr. Rakesh Prasad SahDr. Rakesh Prasad Sah
1) Needle stick injuries can result in exposure to bloodborne viruses like hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV. The risk of infection depends on factors like the type of needle and whether the needle was visibly contaminated with blood.
2) Immediate first aid for exposures includes washing wounds with soap and water and flushing splashes to the eyes or mouth with water. Exposed individuals should also take the first dose of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV as soon as possible.
3) Management of exposures involves testing the source for bloodborne viruses, evaluating the exposure risk, deciding on PEP treatment, obtaining consent, counselling, and follow-up testing of exposed individuals to monitor for potential
It is important to realize that guidelines cannot always account for individual
variation among patients. They are not intended to supplant physician judgment
with respect to particular patients or special clinical situations. The IDSA considers
adherence to these guidelines to be voluntary, with the ultimate determination
regarding their application to be made by the physician in the light of each patient’s
individual circumstances.
This document discusses infection control in dialysis units. It provides background on the high rates of infection in dialysis patients, who are immunosuppressed and undergo frequent medical procedures and hospitalizations. The second leading cause of death in dialysis patients is infection. The document then outlines strategies recommended by the CDC and other experts to reduce infection rates, including surveillance and feedback, hand hygiene, chlorhexidine use, catheter care guidelines, and staff education. Standard precautions like environmental cleaning and proper use of personal protective equipment are also emphasized.
This document discusses the diagnosis and management of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) in hemodialysis patients. It outlines the following key points:
1. CRBSI can be diagnosed through paired blood cultures, with the same organism growing in both indicating infection. Catheter tip cultures can also help diagnose CRBSI.
2. Management involves starting empirical antibiotics and antibiotic lock therapy, then assessing response and either continuing treatment, exchanging the catheter, or removing it depending on improvement.
3. Prevention strategies include using aseptic technique during catheter insertion and care, avoiding non-tunneled and femoral catheters when possible, monitoring exit sites, and considering antimicrobial lock therapy or
This document discusses biosafety and infection control practices in dental care. It notes that regular dental visits are important for prevention and early detection of dental issues. Infection prevention is an emerging topic of importance in dentistry to prevent cross-transmission between patients and healthcare workers. The document outlines various infection risks and control methods used in dental procedures, including sterilizing instruments, using personal protective equipment, hand washing, and barrier use. Universal precautions treating all patients as potentially infectious are emphasized.
Post exposure prophylaxis (pep) -by Dr Munawar Khan SACPDr Munawar Khan
This document provides information on post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV. It discusses how HIV can be transmitted through contact with infectious bodily fluids, and that PEP using antiretroviral drugs can reduce the risk of transmission by around 80% if started within 72 hours of exposure. It outlines the factors that determine the risk of infection and recommendations for initial interventions, including washing any wounds, obtaining consent for HIV testing of the source person, and initiating PEP as soon as possible, preferably within two hours.
Sharp injuries and needle stick post exposure prophylaxis [compatibility mode]drnahla
Infection Control Guidelines for Sharp injuries and needle stick post exposure prophylaxis
Dr. NAHLA ABDEL KADERوMD, PhD.
INFECTION CONTROL CONSULTANT, MOH
INFECTION CONTROL CBAHI SURVEYOR
Infection Control Director, KKH.
The document discusses healthcare-associated infections that can occur from invasive medical devices like central venous catheters, including central line-associated bloodstream infections. It covers the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, risk factors, prevention strategies and clinical definitions of central line-associated bloodstream infections. The strategies to prevent CLABSIs include following best practices for catheter insertion and maintenance, hand hygiene, and using bundles that incorporate multiple evidence-based practices.
The document discusses the need for accreditation and certification in infection control education. It notes that healthcare-associated infections are a major problem globally and in developing countries like India. Proper infection control practices like hand hygiene and surveillance are important to reduce infections and antimicrobial resistance. National accreditation organizations help standardize infection control programs and ensure patient safety. Surveillance data can be used to identify problems and implement prevention strategies.
A Thai woman was hospitalized with pneumonia and exposed healthcare workers to an unknown pathogen. Testing revealed the patient was infected with avian influenza H5N1, which resulted in her death. The exposure prompted monitoring of exposed healthcare workers and reinforced the need to consider avian influenza in differential diagnoses even with atypical presentations.
Antibiotics have been very effective at treating bacterial infections but overuse has led to increased antibiotic resistance in bacteria. As early as the 1940s scientists warned about this risk, and bacteria have developed several mechanisms for becoming resistant including mutations, resistance genes from other bacteria, and failing to fully treat infections. The overprescription of antibiotics, both in medicine and agriculture, has accelerated this resistance problem to the point that many drugs are now ineffective, threatening our ability to treat common infections. Reducing unnecessary use, finishing antibiotic regimens, and developing new drugs more quickly are some approaches to address this growing public health crisis.
Dr. Sachin Verma is a young, diligent and dynamic physician. He did his graduation from IGMC Shimla and MD in Internal Medicine from GSVM Medical College Kanpur. Then he did his Fellowship in Intensive Care Medicine (FICM) from Apollo Hospital Delhi. He has done fellowship in infectious diseases by Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA). He has also done FCCS course and is certified Advance Cardiac Life support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) provider by American Heart Association. He has also done a course in Cardiology by American College of Cardiology and a course in Diabetology by International Diabetes Centre. He specializes in the management of Infections, Multiorgan Dysfunctions and Critically ill patients and has many publications and presentations in various national conferences under his belt. He is currently working in NABH Approved Ivy super-specialty Hospital Mohali as Consultant Intensivists and Physician.
Antibiotics Resistance is a new issue in Microbiology-Medicine aspects, taken from Lange Review of Medical Microbiology, this purpose is for education only
Development of resistant Staphylococcus aureus over timeTim Plante
A module covering the development of antibiotic resistance in Staphylococcus aureus including the development of MRSA or methicillin resistant staph aureus.
The overuse and misuse of antibiotics has led to a rapid increase in antibiotic resistance. There are several factors that contribute to this resistance, including spontaneous mutations that make bacteria resistant, evolutionary pressures that select for these mutations, and the ability of resistant bacteria to continue dividing. Modern travel and large urban populations help spread resistant bacteria globally. Hospitals are ideal environments for resistance to develop and spread due to the large amounts of antibiotics used and the vulnerable patient populations. Bacteria have multiple mechanisms for developing resistance, including inactivating antibiotics, pumping them out of cells, modifying antibiotic targets, and changing metabolic pathways. Increased efforts are needed to slow the development of resistance through more prudent antibiotic use and new drug development.
The document discusses antibiotic resistance and its causes. It notes that antibiotic resistance was first discovered in 1929 by Alexander Fleming and antibiotics were widely used starting in the 1940s. It then discusses how bacteria can become resistant to antibiotics through various mechanisms like denying antibiotic access, modifying the antibiotic target, or pumping antibiotics out of the cell. The document outlines factors that contribute to resistance developing, like improper antibiotic usage, lack of compliance with treatment durations, and overuse of broad-spectrum antibiotics. It provides examples of bacteria that have developed significant resistance issues, like E. coli becoming resistant to third-generation cephalosporins and MRSA developing vancomycin resistance. The document concludes that controlling antibiotic overuse and improving hygiene are important
Antibiotic resistance in bacteria is a major challenge for the long-term use of antimicrobial agents. Bacteria can develop resistance through intrinsic or acquired mechanisms such as mutations or gaining new DNA. Resistance occurs through various methods like altering the antibiotic target, reducing drug accumulation in bacteria, or enzymatically inactivating the drug. Prudent antibiotic use and infection control practices can help limit the emergence and spread of drug-resistant bacteria.
Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria evolve and adapt to antibiotics, making the drugs less effective at killing the bacteria. Many factors can contribute to the rise and spread of antibiotic resistance, including improper use of antibiotics in humans, agriculture, hospitals, and the environment. To address this growing problem, guidelines for antibiotic prescription and public awareness of appropriate antibiotic use need to be improved. Surveillance of antibiotic resistance patterns and infection control practices are also important for monitoring and containing the spread of resistant bacteria.
The document discusses command terms used in IB Biology questions and assessments. It provides definitions for various command terms grouped according to the three objectives of IB Biology: demonstrating understanding, applying and using, and constructing, analyzing and evaluating. Tips are provided for understanding and answering questions involving different command terms.
This document discusses antibiotic resistance and strategies to address it. It provides background on the history of antibiotics and the development of resistance. Key points covered include the mechanisms by which bacteria develop resistance, such as mutations, plasmids, efflux pumps, and inactivating enzymes. The document emphasizes that improper antibiotic use increases resistance by placing selection pressure on bacteria. It also notes the global threat of resistant infections and the need for improved stewardship of antibiotic prescribing and use.
Singa tua hidup sendirian karena sikap sombongnya di masa lalu. Kera merasa kasihan dan meminta hewan lain mengunjungi singa. Setelah singa minta maaf, semua hewan mulai hidup damai bersama di hutan.
The document provides information about resume samples, cover letters, interview questions, and other career resources for a unit coordinator position. It lists top resume types including chronological, functional, curriculum vitae, combination, targeted, professional, new graduate, and executive resumes. It also provides links to resume samples, cover letter samples, interview questions, thank you letters, job searching tips, and other materials to help prepare for a unit coordinator interview.
Caperucita Roja lleva una cesta con pasteles y fruta a su abuela enferma a través del bosque. En el camino se encuentra con un lobo que le dice que tomará un atajo mientras él toma el camino largo. El lobo llega a la casa de la abuela primero y se come a la abuela. Cuando Caperucita llega, el lobo se hace pasar por la abuela hasta que revela sus intenciones de comerse a Caperucita. Un cazador salva a Caperucita y mata al lobo.
Maximizing the Impact of Analytic Insight Delivery Mikan Associates
1) The document describes the process taken by Catamaran to improve their quarterly client reporting package. They started with a manual process across two merged companies and sought to create a standardized, automated solution.
2) After launching the new reporting package, they gathered feedback through surveys that identified areas for improvement. They then decided to rebuild the reports internally using existing tools like SAS, Excel and PowerPoint to gain more control and flexibility.
3) The rebuilt process streamlined the report request process using SharePoint, delivered reports directly through SharePoint, and implemented short training videos. These changes improved the user experience and increased report requests.
Akshat Mathur is a TOGAF Certified Solution Architect with over 10 years of experience in solution architecture, software development, and technical support. He has expertise in Java technologies, SOA, DevOps, and digital transformation. He is seeking opportunities to deliver solutions by leveraging his skills in requirements gathering, architecture, and design. He has experience working with clients such as Barclay Card, Lloyds Bank, and BMW.
Similar to NVMM 2015: Environmental contamination with Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae during an outbreak in The Nederlands
ICPIC 2013: The effect of improved hand hygiene compliance on nosocomial tran...vweterings
The study investigated the effect of improved hand hygiene compliance on the transmission of Staphylococcus aureus between patients in a 32-bed oncology unit. Over several intervention periods, hand hygiene compliance increased from 49.8% to 51% through measures like increasing alcohol dispensers, education, new dispensers, and individual feedback. This 41% reduction in hand hygiene compliance was associated with a reduction in the transmission index of S. aureus from 1.1 to 0.6, indicating fewer secondary cases. The results show that improved hand hygiene through automated dispensers can reduce nosocomial transmission of S. aureus in the hospital.
This document provides guidance on investigating suspected cases of Ebola virus disease (EVD), including sample collection, testing, and biosafety protocols. It discusses:
1) Ebola is a highly lethal virus that can transmit easily between people. Testing should rule out other diseases and be conducted according to exposure risk and symptom status.
2) Blood and body fluid samples from symptomatic individuals within 3 days of symptom onset should be collected following biosafety protocols and transported quickly for testing by PCR, ELISA, or virus isolation.
3) Laboratories must follow biosafety levels 3 or 4 when handling Ebola samples to protect workers, the environment and the community. The National Centre for Disease Control in Delhi and
The document outlines the 5 moments for hand hygiene which are designed to prevent the transmission of harmful microorganisms in healthcare settings. The 5 moments are: 1) before touching a patient, 2) before a procedure, 3) after a procedure or body fluid exposure risk, 4) after touching a patient, and 5) after touching a patient's surroundings when the patient has not been touched. Adhering to hand hygiene at these 5 moments helps reduce the spread of infection among patients and healthcare workers.
A hospital identified an increase in CDI cases on one nursing unit after adopting new surveillance definitions for CDI. An investigation found most cases were on a single unit and some patients had been transferred between units in the same bed. The hospital formed a CDI team who implemented enhanced cleaning and education. This included using bleach wipes, changing transfer procedures, and retroactively reviewing cases. As a result, CDI rates decreased from 7.3 to 4.6 per 10,000 patient days between 2008-2009 after implementing targeted interventions.
This study investigated the environmental contamination of SARS-CoV-2 from symptomatic patients in Singapore. Samples were collected from patient rooms before and after cleaning, as well as from personal protective equipment (PPE) worn by healthcare workers. One patient's room showed extensive contamination, with 13 of 15 room sites and 3 of 5 toilet sites testing positive. Air samples were negative, though exhaust fan swabs were positive. One PPE shoe swab also tested positive. Post-cleaning samples and samples from other patient rooms were negative, suggesting current cleaning methods are sufficient to decontaminate the virus. The results indicate the environment may be a potential medium for SARS-CoV-2 transmission through respiratory droplets and fecal shedding.
This research letter summarizes a study investigating the environmental contamination of SARS-CoV-2 from symptomatic patients. Samples were collected from various surfaces in the rooms of 3 patients, as well as air samples and samples from healthcare workers' personal protective equipment (PPE). One patient's room tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 on 13 of 15 room surfaces and 3 of 5 toilet surfaces before routine cleaning, but all surfaces tested negative after cleaning. Air samples and most PPE samples were negative, except for one shoe sample. The findings suggest fomite and fecal-oral transmission of SARS-CoV-2 are possible, but current cleaning procedures are sufficient to decontaminate the environment.
This study investigated the environmental contamination of SARS-CoV-2 from symptomatic patients in Singapore. Samples were collected from patient rooms before and after cleaning, as well as from personal protective equipment and air. One patient's room showed extensive contamination, with 13 of 15 room surfaces and 3 of 5 toilet surfaces testing positive. Post-cleaning samples and air samples were negative. A single shoe cover from PPE also tested positive. The findings suggest fomite and environmental transmission are possible routes and that current cleaning measures are sufficient when properly implemented.
This research letter summarizes a study investigating the environmental contamination of SARS-CoV-2 from symptomatic patients. Samples were collected from various surfaces in the rooms of 3 patients, as well as air samples and samples from healthcare workers' personal protective equipment (PPE). One patient's room tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 on 13 of 15 room surfaces and 3 of 5 toilet surfaces before routine cleaning, but all surfaces tested negative after cleaning. Air samples and most PPE samples were negative, except for one shoe sample. The findings suggest fomite and fecal-oral transmission of SARS-CoV-2 are possible, but current cleaning procedures are sufficient to decontaminate the environment.
Hospital Acquired Infections/Health care associated infections/Nosocomial infection .
More useful for MBBS ,PG (MD/MS) Students to get a brief idea about HAI.
This document discusses infections in intensive care units. It begins by providing background on Ignaz Semmelweis, who established the importance of handwashing in reducing maternal mortality. It then defines an intensive care unit and notes that patients in the ICU are at high risk for infections due to their critical illness and invasive treatments. The document outlines some common healthcare-associated infections in ICU patients like urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and bloodstream infections. It emphasizes the importance of prevention through practices like hand hygiene, prudent antibiotic use, and disinfection/sterilization. The document also provides more detailed discussions on preventing infections related to central lines and urinary catheters.
Laboratory work, symptoms and specimen collecting Iram Qaiser
This document discusses laboratory work in microbiology, including the history and objectives of laboratory work. It describes guidelines for working with microorganisms, including their categorization into biosafety levels based on pathogenicity. It covers biosafety level practices and the engineering controls required for different biosafety levels. It also discusses specimen collection and handling for microbiology, including transport, rejection criteria, and standard precautions. Methods for clinical diagnosis in the microbiology laboratory include direct examination and culture/isolation.
Ic lecture for general hospital orientation program updatedNashwa Elsayed
This document provides an overview of an infection control orientation program. It discusses the importance of infection control in healthcare settings and the roles and responsibilities of an infection control department. It covers key aspects of an infection control program including standard and transmission-based precautions, healthcare-acquired infections, the chain of infection, multi-drug resistant organisms, isolation techniques, and management of exposures. It also addresses specific policies around hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, laboratory specimens, cleaning, waste disposal, and management of needlestick injuries.
The document summarizes the results of a quality assessment of the medicine ward at Lacor Hospital conducted by the Ministry of Health from April to June 2022. The assessment covered various areas including infrastructure, hygiene, clinical processes, emergency readiness, and identified both positive findings and issues that needed attention. The overall score was 90.8%, an improvement from the previous period. Key recommendations included improving documentation of death reviews, addressing specific infrastructure issues, ensuring more thorough patient consent and history taking by clinicians.
This document discusses predicting patient risk of acquiring Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase producing organisms (KCPO) and linking environmental exposure to patient acquisition. It describes developing a patient risk model using a case-control approach and clinical and demographic data. A naïve Bayesian model was created and validated, showing an AUC of 0.746. It then analyzes the impact of positive room environments on patient infection using a treatment effects model, controlling for patient risk and length of stay. The results show room positivity is significantly associated with acquisition of infection, with an odds ratio of 22.25. Ultimately, interventions like hopper covers and heater traps reduced environmental transmission.
This document discusses predicting patient risk of acquiring Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase producing organisms (KCPO) and linking environmental exposure to patient acquisition. It describes developing a patient risk model using a case-control approach and clinical and demographic data. A naïve Bayesian model was built and validated, showing an AUC of 0.746. It then analyzes the impact of positive room environments on patient infection using a treatment effects model, controlling for patient risk and length of stay. The results show room positivity is significantly associated with acquisition of infection, with an odds ratio of 22.25. Ultimately, interventions like hopper covers and heater traps reduced environmental transmission.
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1. Environmental contamination with
Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemase-producing
Klebsiella pneumoniae during an outbreak
in The Nederlands
V. Weterings1, E. Thewessen2, J. Kluytmans1,3, J. Veenemans1
1 Laboratory for Microbiology and Infection Control, Amphia Hospital, Breda
2De Riethorst Stromenland, Geertruidenberg
3Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht
2. Disclosure of speaker’s interests
(Potential) conflict of interest none
Potentially relevant company relationships in connection
with event 1
N/A
Sponsorship or research funding2
Fee or other (financial) payment3
Shareholder4
Other relationship, i.e. …5
N/A
3. Outbreak
Transfer Index
patient Dutch
hospital
24/6/2013
Jun AugJul Nov
5/7/2013
Second patient;
pleural fluid
2
Klebsiella pneumoniae, KPC-2, ST258
pan resistant, including colistin
1
Sept Oct
• One transmission was detected despite contact precautions
• After upgrading to strict isolation no further spread was found
5. Outbreak
Transfer Index
patient Dutch
hospital
24/6/2013
Jun AugJul Nov
5/7/2013
Second patient;
pleural fluid
2
Index patient: NH
Patient 2: home
5/8/2013
7/11/2013
Third patient;
Rectal swab
31
Sept Oct
Klebsiella pneumoniae, KPC-2, ST258
pan resistant, including colistin
6. 5
Outbreak
Transfer Index
patient Dutch
hospital
24/6/2013
Jun AugJul Nov
5/7/2013
Second patient;
pleural fluid
2
Index patient: NH
Patient 2: home
5/8/2013
7/11/2013
Third patient;
Rectal swab
31 4
Sept Oct
• Despite contact precautions three further transmissions occurred
• Cohorting to one side of the ward with dedicated nursing staff
Klebsiella pneumoniae, KPC-2, ST258
pan resistant, including colistin
7. 5
Outbreak
Transfer Index
patient Dutch
hospital
24/6/2013
Jun AugJul Nov
5/7/2013
Second patient;
pleural fluid
2
Index patient: NH
Patient 2: home
5/8/2013
7/11/2013
Third patient;
Rectal swab
31 4 6
Sept Oct
Klebsiella pneumoniae, KPC-2, ST258
pan resistant, including colistin
8. 5
Outbreak
Transfer Index
patient Dutch
hospital
24/6/2013
Jun AugJul Nov
5/7/2013
Second patient;
pleural fluid
2
Index patient: NH
Patient 2: home
5/8/2013
7/11/2013
Third patient;
Rectal swab
31 4 6
Sept Oct
• Transfer of all five KPC-KP positive residents to a separate facility
• Dedicated nursing team
Klebsiella pneumoniae, KPC-2, ST258
pan resistant, including colistin
11. Nursing home
Rehabilitation ward
Elevator
Shared area
1 34
5
A single measurement - one day after cohort was implemented
48 samples of frequently touched surfaces and equipment
o 24 samples on the cohorting site
o 24 samples on the non-cohorting site
13. Separate facility
1 3 6 4
5
Nurse
office
Living room
Kitchen
Bedpan washer
Linen room
Two zones:
A. Patient rooms
HCWs donned gloves and gown before entering,
and removed before leaving room
14. 1 3 6 4
5
Nurse
office
Living room
Kitchen
Bedpan washer
Linen room
Two zones:
A. Patient rooms
HCWs donned gloves and gown before entering,
and removed before leaving room
B. Communal area
Standard precautions
Separate facility
15. 1 3 6 4
5
Nurse
office
Living room
Kitchen
Bedpan washer
Linen room
Two zones:
A. Patient rooms
HCWs donned gloves and gown before entering,
and removed before leaving room
B. Communal area
Standard precautions
Patient rooms and communal area were cleaned daily, and
disinfected 3x per week.
Weekly environmental sampling from predefined items:
• Patient rooms (n =3/room)
• Communal area (n = 8)
Separate facility
16. Microbiology
• Sterile gauzes (10x10cm) moistened with sterile saline
• Selective broth enrichment and selective screening agars were
used for KPC detection
27. Conclusion
• Extensive environmental contamination was found in all settings
• KPC-KP was also detected outside the direct patient environment
• The environment can act as important reservoir for transmission during KPC-
KP outbreaks
• VW: eigenlijk kunnen we niet hard maken dat door het onhygienisch gedrag er
meer omgevingscontaminatie is, omdat we vb. Niet gekeken hebben naar
‘KPC-KP rectal concentration’ (CMI, lerner 2015). Daarom niet benoemd op
deze slide
28. Discussion
• Contact isolation according to our national guideline, include wearing gloves when
touching the patient and the patient’s immediate environment
• Our findings suggest contact isolation – as disclosed in the national guideline - is not
sufficient to prevent transmission of KPC-producing Klebsiella pneumoniae ST258
• We advise to implement wearing a gown and gloves upon entry to a room of a
patient/resident colonized or infected with KPC-KP as stated in the ESCMID guideline1
1 Tacconelli E, Cataldo MA, Dancer SJ, De Angelis G, Falcone M, Frank U, et al. ESCMID guidelines for the management of the infection control measures to reduce transmission of
multidrug- resistant gram-negative bacteria in hospitalized patients. Clin Microbiol Infect. 2014;20(Suppl 1):1–55. http://dx.doi. org/10.1111/1469-0691.12427
29. Acknowledgements
• My collegues of the Laboratoria Microbiology and Infection Control
Amphia Hospital Breda
• Staff of the nursing home
Riethorst Stromenlanden, Geertruidenberg