Staff training and consistency can help ASCs improve their infection control efforts over time, according to ASC software developer Simplify ASC.
It recommended:
1. Streamlining processes. With more procedures migrating to the outpatient setting, ASCs can use an online platform to track infection control checklists.
2. Training staff early. Incorporating infection control training into staff training early and reinforcing good practices ensure policies are ingrained into new staff members.
3. Being consistent. Monitoring compliance with standardized infection control procedures both digitally and observationally ensures procedures are being followed consistently by staff.
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