The commonly accepted standard is that the incidence of surgical site infections should be less than 2%.
Hospital infection control policies: hospitals will have appropriate infection control policies and guidelines in place aimed at preventing, monitoring and controlling the occurrence of infections. These policies include provisions for hand hygiene, disinfection and aseptic practices, as well as requirements for cleaning and maintenance of wards, operating rooms and medical equipment. Infection incidence monitoring: Infections are regularly monitored and reported by the hospital to assess the effectiveness of infection control measures and to take appropriate improvement measures.
National and industry standards: Different countries or regions may have specific infection incidence requirements and targets. These standards may address different types of infections and have different requirements for different healthcare providers. Hospitals are usually required to comply with these standards and are subject to monitoring and review. Types of Infections: Hospital-acquired infections can be categorized into various types, including nosocomial infections, surgical site infections, respiratory infections, and urinary tract infections. Each type requires targeted prevention and control strategies.
High-risk patient groups: Certain patient groups are more susceptible to infections, such as patients with compromised immune systems, surgical patients, and long-term hospitalized patients. Infection control measures for these high-risk groups need to be emphasized. Role of healthcare workers: Healthcare workers play an important role in infection control. They need to be aware of infection control best practices, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and disinfection and cleaning procedures, and receive regular training.
Antibiotic resistance: Antibiotic resistance is a serious problem globally and is strongly associated with the incidence of hospital-acquired infections. Hospitals should develop a rational antibiotic use policy to avoid misuse and overuse of antibiotics, thereby reducing the development of resistance. Preventive strategies: To reduce the incidence of infection, hospitals can take a series of preventive measures, such as strict control of the operating room environment, provision of appropriate sterilization equipment, and enhancement of general education.
Importance of infection incidence
Patient safety: Infection is one of the most common complications in healthcare facilities and may have a serious impact on patients' health and lives. Controlling the incidence of infections reduces the risk of patient infections and increases patient safety, thereby improving the quality of care.
Hospital reputation: A high level of infection control is an important part of a hospital's reputation. Patients and families often consider the incidence of infections and the associated safety record when choosing a hospital. By controlling infection incidence, hospitals can build a good reputation and attract more patients and partner organizations.