Intervention (Evidence source) | Comments on measure and implementation |
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Pre-emptive isolation of patients on admission (SR) | ✓ Isolation in single rooms either upon admission or when patients are actively screened for carriage of CRE ✓ Decision for patient placement should be made after individualised risk assessment by, and consultation with the IPC team ✓ En suite or bathrooms designated for use by known carriers, or commodes are strongly suggested for all patients on contact precautions for CRE |
Active screening on admission (SR)a | ✓ Active screening of all “at-risk” patients on admission to healthcare setting |
Contact precautions (SR) | ✓ Contact precautions should be used for direct contact with patient or their environment ✓ En suite or bathrooms designated for use by known carriers, or commodes are strongly suggested for all patients on contact precautions for CRE |