This report describes the development of a model to monitor the national prevalence of CDI in Australian health service organisations.
This guide outlines relevant actions in the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards that support safe and high-quality care for people with cognitive impairment or at risk of delirium. It suggests strategies for implementation, provides links to further resources and highlights examples of good practice that are achievable.
Antibiograms are tables of antimicrobial susceptibilities compiled according to a specific set of standards. The information provided supports clinicians working with their local antimicrobial stewardship teams to improve clinical practice in regard to infections.
The ACSQHC monitors the burden of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) in Australian public hospitals. This information helps us understands how this disease spreads in the community and what strategies are needed to protect people from this infection.
Surveillance Implementation Guide
A CLABSI can be prevented through correct insertion and line maintenance techniques. Most states and territories have established either voluntary or mandatory reporting requirements for CLABSI.