Illinois Compiled Statutes 210 ILCS 83/5 – MRSA control program
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In order to improve the prevention of hospital-associated bloodstream infections due to methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (“MRSA”), every hospital shall establish an MRSA control program that requires:
(1) Identification of all MRSA-colonized patients in
(1) Identification of all MRSA-colonized patients in
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all intensive care units, and other at-risk patients identified by the hospital, through active surveillance testing.
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(2) Isolation of identified MRSA-colonized or
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MRSA-infected patients in an appropriate manner.
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(3) Monitoring and strict enforcement of hand hygiene
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requirements.
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(4) Maintenance of records and reporting of cases
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under Section 10 of this Act.
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