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Table 3 Overview of all tested infection control preconditions in the hospital and nursing home

From: The infection risk scan (IRIS): standardization and transparency in infection control and antimicrobial use

Infection control preconditions

Hospital

Nursing Home

Trash bin(s) are closed and foot-operated (entire department)

X

X

The (clean) linen is stored in a clean place, protected against dust and moisture

X

X

The bed-pan washer meets the following requirement: Disinfection with steam or hot water of at least 80 ° C (for at least 60 s)

X

X

Sterile medical devices (catheters, IVs) are kept in a closed cabinet

X

 

Sterile medical devices are kept separated in a closed cabinet

 

X

Medical supply and bandages are kept in closed cabinets

X

 

Needle waste container (UN3291) is presence

 

X

Halter aprons to protect clothing are present at the ward

X

X

Surgical masks are present at the division

X

X

Non-sterile gloves (NEN-EN 420 + A1, NEN-EN374, NEN-EN) are present in every patient room

X

 

Non-sterile gloves (NEN-EN 420 + A1, NEN-EN374, NEN-EN) are present in every ward

 

X

Hand alcohol (is present in every patient room and at point of care (EN1500)

X

 

No fabric chairs or benches are present in the patient and / or treatment room

X

 

No fabric chairs or benches are present in the common areas

 

X