The numbers of MRSA positive patients presenting for obstetrical care has risen at an alarming rate as MRSA spreads and emerges as a community-acquired pathogen. The entire healthcare team needs the knowledge to care for these MRSA couplets with confidence and consistency. The development and implementation of a program of education, MRSA standardized order set and patient tracking will be shared in an effort to help replace the fear of MRSA with confidence and knowledge.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009: 9:45 AM-10:45 AM
Room 6F (San Diego Convention Center)
Presenting Author:
Susan Faron, MN, RNC
Moderator:
Brenda Snyder