A practical handbook for hospital epidemiologists
By: The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America ; edited by Loreen A. Herwaldt ; co-edited by Michael D. Decker.
Contributors: Herwaldt, Loreen A., 1951-; Decker, Michael, 1946-; Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America.
Publisher: SLACK Inc.
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Thorofare, NJ
Language: eng
Number of pages: 430
Subjects: Nosocomial infections -- Prevention.; Nosocomial infections -- Epidemiology.; Cross infection -- Prevention.; Cross Infection -- prevention & control.; Epidemiologic Methods.; Risk Management.; Hospital Administration.
Description: A Practical Handbook for Hospital Epidemiologists is the most complete source for practical advice on hospital epidemiology and infection control. It is intended to be a pragmatic guide that will assist both beginning and experienced epidemiologists and infection control professionals in establishing and operating a successful hospital epidemiology and infection control program. This handbook will provide practical information and advice regarding many aspects of operating a hospital epidemiology program and will help hospital epidemiologists improve their practices. It is a necessary supplement to the various scientific references already available for hospital epidemiologists.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.