6 Colo. Code Regs. § 1011-1-21-12

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, June 10, 2024

Section 6 CCR 1011-1-21-12 - INFECTION CONTROL

12.1 The hospice shall maintain and document an effective infection control program that protects patients, families, visitors, and hospice personnel by preventing and controlling infections and communicable diseases.

12.2 The hospice shall evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of its infection control program at least annually and implement necessary changes.

12.3 The hospice shall follow accepted standards of practice to prevent the transmission of infections and communicable diseases, including the use of standard precautions.

12.4 The hospice shall provide infection control education to staff, patients, and family members or other caregivers.

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