Section: Evidence-Based Infection Prevention
The use of transmission-based precautions and contact isolation precautions is a widely recommended practice to interrupt transmission of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and other pathogens. Correct utilization of such precautions can help to prevent contamination and transmission to surgical and hospitalized patients, as well as to staff and the environment.
This section discusses evidence for and implementation of contact isolation precautions for patients known to be colonized or infected with MRSA in the perioperative environment.
Presentations
Presentation: Contact Precautions
After reviewing the content of this presentation, viewers will be able to—
- Describe the best practice recommendations for use of contact isolation precautions for MRSA​
- Discuss use of contact isolation precautions in the perioperative setting
Documents:
- Contact Precautions – Slides (PPTX, 5 MB)
- Contact Precautions – Facilitator Guide (DOCX, 3 MB)
One-Pagers
One-Pager: Contact Precautions One-Pager (DOCX, 423 KB)
This one-page document provides a concise summary of the rationale and the evidence regarding the use of contact precautions.
