IC.01.04.01 Based on the identified risks, the facility sets goals to minimize the possibility of transmitting infections.

EP1 Infection prevention goals

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Infection Prevention and Control (IC) Standards

IC.01.03.01 The facility identifies risks for acquiring and transmitting infections.
- EP1 Risk identification
- EP3 Risk prioritization and documentation
IC.01.04.01 Based on the identified risks, the facility sets goals to minimize the possibility of transmitting infections.
- EP1 Infection prevention goals
IC.01.05.01 The facility plans for preventing and controlling infections.
- EP2 Documentation of infection prevention plan
IC.02.02.01 The facility reduces the risk of infections associated with medical equipment, devices, and supplies.

Element of Performance

Include goals in the infection control plan for

addressing prioritized risks
limiting exposure to pathogens
reducing infection transmission during procedures
limiting infection transmission via equipment, devices, and supplies
improving compliance with hand hygiene guidelines

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