Evolution of an audit and monitoring tool into an infection prevention and control process

Abstract

The use of auditing and monitoring tools as part of a daily review process may enable ward staff, matrons, and IPCPs to improve patient outcomes and achieve the required levels of environmental hygiene if they act as a focal point for interaction, education, and collaboration. The findings offer insights into the behavioural changes and improved patient outcomes that ensue from the implementation of a DRP.

Infection prevention in the operating room anesthesia work area

“…78 Clarity of expected behaviors in the context of a provider's role can help focus educational activities. 79 Interventions such as reminder cards or checklists have been utilized to improve adherence to transmission-based precautions, 80,81 as has simulation for education and evaluation of different aspects of anesthesia practice. 29,[82][83][84] A Children's Hospital Association working group developed an evaluation tool for infection prevention in anesthesia practice.…”

Infection prevention and control for COVID-19 response in the Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh: an intra-action review

“…IPC monitoring, audit, and feedback is one element of the core components of IPC programmes [14]. Auditing helps with the timely identification and correction of any IPC gaps in HFs and with HW practices for improvement, as observed in some hospital contexts [27]. Consistent monitoring, audits, and feedback using different tools and methods, including the daily IPC checklists and monthly scorecards such as the ones used in Cox's Bazar context, requires dedicated IPC staff, training, and supportive leadership.…”