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Which of the following is NOT a key element of a successful IPC program?
Which of the following is NOT a key element of a successful IPC program?
- Endorsement by management
- Regular monitoring of IPC practices
- Staff training on IPC practices
- Frequent disinfection of equipment (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a reason why Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) is important?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) is important?
- Avoiding litigation
- Increasing the rates of development of antibiotic resistance in bacteria (correct)
- Less spread of multi-drug resistant organisms
- Decreasing the rates of infections/diseases
What is the purpose of rapid identification of infections in an IPC program?
What is the purpose of rapid identification of infections in an IPC program?
- To facilitate immediate and appropriate treatment (correct)
- To increase morbidity and mortality rates
- To avoid litigation
- To decrease the rates of multi-drug resistant organisms
What is the role of good infrastructure in practicing IPC?
What is the role of good infrastructure in practicing IPC?
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Why is having available disinfectants/decontam important in an IPC program?
Why is having available disinfectants/decontam important in an IPC program?
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