The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology has released a new implementation guide created by APIC's Emergency Preparedness Committee.
The guide covers strategies for preventing infection transmission in ambulatory care centers in case of a disaster, including:
- Operational expansion in the event of patient surges
- Program planning
- Patient scheduling
- Triage and surveillance
- Occupational health issues
Download the guide for use in your own facility.
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