Mayhall’s Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention
Mayhall’s Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention

Author: David Weber

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2020-10-27

Total Pages: 1787

ISBN-13: 1975124596

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The fifth edition of Mayhall’s Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Prevention has a new streamlined focus, with new editors and contributors, a new two-color format, and a new title. Continuing the legacy of excellence established by Dr. C. Glen Mayhall, this thoroughly revised text covers all aspects of healthcare-associated infections and their prevention and remains the most comprehensive reference available in this complex field. It examines every type of healthcare-associated (nosocomial) infection and addresses every issue relating to surveillance, prevention, and control of these infections in patients and in healthcare personnel, providing unparalleled coverage for hospital epidemiologists and infectious disease specialists.

Veterinary Infection Prevention and Control
Veterinary Infection Prevention and Control

Author: Linda Caveney

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-11-15

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 0813815347

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Veterinary Infection Prevention and Control is a practical guide to infection surveillance and control in the veterinary setting. Outlining the steps for designing and implementing an infection control plan, the book offers information on both nosocomial infections and zoonotic diseases to aid the veterinary team in ensuring that veterinary practices and hospitals are safe for both the animal patients and their human caregivers. Veterinary Infection Prevention and Control provides guidelines to creating standard operating procedures for effective and efficient infection control in any veterinary practice. With background information on pathogens, bacteria, and disease transmission, the book focuses on specific infection prevention strategies, including disinfection, sterilization, and isolation. A companion website provides review questions and the figures from the book in PowerPoint. Veterinary Infection Prevention and Control gives practicing veterinarians, technicians, and practice managers in both small and large animal facilities the tools they need to successfully develop an infection-control program.

Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control
Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control

Author: C. Glen Mayhall

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2012-02-20

Total Pages: 5027

ISBN-13: 1451163649

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Thoroughly revised and updated for its Fourth Edition, this highly acclaimed volume is the most comprehensive reference on hospital epidemiology and infection control. Written by over 150 leading experts, this new edition examines every type of hospital-acquired (nosocomial) infection and addresses every issue relating to surveillance, prevention, and control of these infections in patients and in healthcare workers. This new edition features new or significantly increased coverage of emerging infectious diseases, avian influenza, governmental regulation of infection control and payment practices related to hospital-acquired infections, molecular epidemiology, the increasing prevalence of community-acquired MRSA in healthcare facilities, system-wide infection control provisions for healthcare systems, hospital infection control issues following natural disasters, and antimicrobial stewardship in reducing the development of antimicrobial-resistant organisms.

Bennett & Brachman's Hospital Infections
Bennett & Brachman's Hospital Infections

Author: William R Jarvis

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2022-10-21

Total Pages: 2020

ISBN-13: 1975149629

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Written by the world’s foremost leaders in the field of nosocomial infections, Bennett & Brachman’s Hospital Infections, 7th Edition, is a must-have text for preventing Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) in all inpatient and outpatient healthcare settings. This comprehensive volume provides up-to-date, authoritative coverage on all aspects of this vital topic, with editor Dr. William R. Jarvis leading a team of notable contributors from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as additional authors who provide an international perspective on HAIs. The newly revised and expanded seventh edition continues to be an invaluable resource for anyone working in infection prevention and control, quality assurance or risk management in healthcare settings.

Infection Prevention in Athletes
Infection Prevention in Athletes

Author: Deverick Anderson

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2020-03-25

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 1975137264

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Derived from protocols developed for the National Football League, Infection Prevention in Athletes outlines best practices and recommendations that are designed to minimize the risk of infections among athletes. This unique resource provides concise, authoritative guidance for athletic training facilities on applying infection prevention practices typically provided in hospitals and outpatient clinics. You’ll find practical tips and real world advice on preventing transmission of bacterial and viral infections in an environment of frequent skin injuries, close proximity of players, and frequent administration of routine medical care.

Handbook of Medical Textiles
Handbook of Medical Textiles

Author: V Bartels

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2011-08-19

Total Pages: 611

ISBN-13: 085709369X

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With a rising population and the increasing range of textiles for medical products, the need to understand and improve medical textiles is gaining in importance. The Handbook of medical textiles provides an overview of the different types of medical textiles currently available as well as specific information on more specialised topics and applications.In part one, the types and properties of medical textiles are discussed, with chapters covering topics including reusable textiles, textiles for implants and textiles with cosmetic effects. Part two focuses on the interaction of textiles with the skin, examining key issues such as contact sensations, allergies and mechanical irritation. Chapters in part three provide information on the latest developments in textiles for hygiene and infection control, while part four provides a range of applications and case studies, including improvements in medical occupational clothing, medical filters and superabsorbent fibres.With its expert editor and contributions from some of the world's leading authorities, the Handbook of medical textiles is a standard reference for designers and manufacturers of medical textile products, as well as for biomaterials scientists and medical professionals. - Explores the different types of medical textiles currently available as well as specific information on more specialised areas and applications - Chapters cover topics such as reusable textiles, textiles for implants and interaction of textiles with the skin - Is a standard reference for designers and manufacturers of medical textile products, as well as for biomaterials scientists and medical professionals

Pass CNOR®!
Pass CNOR®!

Author: Nancymarie Phillips

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2019-07-25

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 0323597416

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- NEW! Easy-to-follow outline format quickly and clearly presents the information you must know to pass the CNOR® exam. - NEW! Engaging learning activities provide fun and stimulating ways to learn critical concepts. - NEW! 325 practice exam questions provide valuable test-taking practice.