Infection prevention and control guidance for Ronald McDonald Houses: a needs assessment.
We surveyed Ronald McDonald Houses (RMHs) to assess infection prevention and control (IPC) practices. A diverse patient population is served by RMH. Most sites have locally written IPC guidelines, and consultation resources vary, increasing the potential for inconsistent IPC practices. RMH would benefit from a standardized IPC guideline.
Department of Pediatrics, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, Oregon 97239, USA. guzmanco@ohsu.edu
Judith A
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Guzman-Cottrill
Kristina A
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Bryant
Danielle M
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Zerr
Alan A
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Harris
Erin Rose
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Alexander
Zak
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Boone
Jane D
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Siegel
D003428:Cross Infection / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006306:Health Surveys; D006798:Housing / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards; D020380:Needs Assessment; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic