INFECTION PREVENTION RESOURCE GUIDE
traffi c surges can help ensure facilities are as prepared as possible for future challenges.”
As part of planning, Jon Imms, Global Technical & Product Director, CleanSpace Technology, recommends focus on respira- tory PPE. “As part of an ongoing Pandemic Pre- paredness Program, there is a clear mandate for practices around the world to prioritize the improvement of policies, procedures and equipment for PPE,” Imms stated. “While N95s have a place in the commu- nity and some clinical settings, in high-risk environments where airborne pathogens exist, such as in the COVID-19 and Ebola outbreaks, staff need to be using Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs).” Peg Fox-Giacomuzzi, MSN, BSN, RN,
National Director of Surgical Services, Standard Textile, proposes relationship building within the medical industry and development of sustainable products. “IP professionals need to be in close contact with infectious disease physicians and epidemiologists in order to stay current on what seems to be daily changes to CDC guidelines, as we continue to learn more about the COVID-19 virus,” expressed Fox-Giacomuzzi. “Looking ahead at new strategies to advance infection control and patient care, IP professionals should also advocate for increased research on sustain- able practices. All relevant stakeholders (frontline staff, linen services, vendors and IP) play a role in also understanding the value of creating a safe, sustainable culture in healthcare, and reusable textile solutions are an important part of that conversation.” Sarah Simmons, DrPH CIC FAPIC, Senior Director of Science, Xenex Disinfection Services, advocates for team collaboration, adhering to the latest disinfection standards and openness to new technology. “The COVID-19 pandemic has served to underscore the importance of teamwork between the EVS and IP teams,” Sim- mons noted. “The challenges of emerging infectious diseases will continue, and the slow but steady emergence of multi-drug resistant and pan-drug resistant bacteria will only increase in the coming years. Assuring a gold standard of environmental disinfection will be a key part of stopping the spread of these organisms. IPs and EVS Directors need to make sure they keep abreast of the newest and most effective technologies for enhanced disinfection.” In terms of education, the American Hospital Association announced earlier this year that it “received two grant awards totaling $6 million from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to advance public health and infectious
disease prevention initiatives,”6 including
a “grant for $4 million,” which “will sup- port collaboration between the AHA, CDC and community colleges through Project Firstline, CDC’s national training collabora- tive for infection prevention and control… Through this initiative, current and future generations can start their careers with a more solid understanding of infection control. The initiative will also promote connections between hospitals, learning institutions and other parts of the health care system.”
Sharing observance and guidance with one another is another good practice, adds Metrex’ Ward-Fore.
“Teams can continue to collaborate with each other and share their knowledge and what they see happening on the fl oor – good or bad,” she said. “We can encourage others to speak up – if you see something that doesn’t feel right – say something. We can all help others see the importance of basic infection control by setting the good example.” HPN References at:
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