Assessing infection prevention and control programs in residential aged care in Australia: A multi‐methods cross‐sectional study
Joanne Tropea,
Jill J Francis,
Noleen Bennett
et al.
Abstract:AimTo assess infection prevention and control programs in residential aged care facilities.MethodsA cross‐sectional survey and structured interviews from 10 residential aged care facilities in Victoria, Australia, were used. Infection prevention and control nurse leads from each facility completed a purpose‐built survey based on best practice infection prevention control program core components, including staff training, policies and procedures, governance, and surveillance. Follow‐up interviews with residenti… Show more
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