"Infection control" is a practical guide to the essential principles of infection prevention and control for students and newly qualified staff. It addresses key aspects of infection control in everyday practice, together with more specific considerations in particular aspects of care. It includes an overview of the theoretical concepts which underpin practice and equips staff with the knowledge and skills needed to provide safe and effective care.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the main aspects of infection control, and gives practical, evidence-based recommendations.
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"This book seeks to provide a ready reference to health care professionals on how to enhance their infection control practice.
These are the first international evidence-based guidelines on the core components of IPC programmes.
This fully updated edition provides thorough analysis of JCI's and other IPC requirements, as well as case studies, tips, and tools for increasing IPC compliance and patient safety.
This book provides practical guidance for healthcare and infection control professionals, as well as students, for preventing and controlling infection. Biofilms are the most common mode of bacterial growth in nature.
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This is a key resource as professionals deal with the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and require the latest and most up-to-date information.
This book is a practical guide to the prevention and control of healthcare and laboratory-associated infections.
Expertly written and exceptionally practical, this handbook is an essential resource for infection preventionists, healthcare epidemiologists, infectious disease fellows, and anyone who provides support for infection-prevention programs in ...