The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated their Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) in Nursing Homes.
These FAQs were created by the CDC to address questions about EBP as defined in their guidance “
Implementation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Nursing Homes to Prevent Spread of Multidrug-resistant Organisms (MDROs)”. They have made several updates based on recent questions from nursing homes regarding the implementation of EBP since April 1st.
So, what questions have been updated?
- Question 15: For which MDROs are Enhanced Barrier Precautions recommended, if the resident does not also have an indwelling medical device or wound?
- Question 22: What is the definition of "indwelling medical device"?
- Question 23: The guidance describes that "all residents with wounds" would meet the criteria for Enhanced Barrier Precautions. What is the definition of a "wound" in relation to this guidance?
- Question 26: Is Physical or Occupational Therapy considered a "high-contact" resident care activity?
Any questions regarding EBP in nursing homes may be sent to
regulatory@ahca.org.