Urine PCR Testing
Summary Recommendation: Do NOT use Urine PCR testing. Stick to CBC, UA with C&S. I have serious concerns that Urine PCR testing will lead to increased inappropriate use of antibiotics.…
Antimicrobial Stewardship in Long-Term Care Facilities | Department of Public Health & Environment (colorado.gov)
Antimicrobial Stewardship in Long-Term Care Facilities | Department of Public Health & Environment (colorado.gov)
Med Director Report November 2023
El Paso County Ethics Meeting Please bring us a case or two every year. The purpose of the committee is to provide LTC facilities with an avenue for peer review…
Aspiration Pneumonia
Not all aspiration events need to be treated with antibiotics. If the patient is stable without signs of hypoxia, hypotension, or serious sequalae from the event, supportive care can be…
RSV Vaccines and LTC
CDC recommends that adults 60 years of age and older may receive a single dose of RSV vaccine using shared clinical decision-making (SCDM). This means that health care providers and…
Viral respiratory diseases report | Department of Public Health & Environment
https://cdphe.colorado.gov/viral-respiratory-diseases-report
Shingles Guidelines for exposed HCP
Shingles: Preventing VZV in Healthcare Settings | CDC Immunization of healthcare personnel CDC Communicable Disease Program El Paso County Public Health 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Rd. | Colorado…
Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Procedures
Abx prophy for dental procedures are generally not needed for patients with prosthetic joint implants unless there are complicating factors. Abx prophy for dental procedures is recommended by the AHA/ACC…
Project Firstline | Department of Public Health & Environment
https://cdphe.colorado.gov/project-firstline
CDPHE Respiratory Protection Program Information
CDPHE LTC Call June 21, 2023 – Review of the requirements for Respiratory Protection Plans with OSHA Compliance Assistance Specialist Meredith Post CDPHE Application for Fit Testing Program Reimbursement CDPHE…