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Download the complete video recording and PPT of the webinar titled "Enhanced Barrier Precautions Revisited"
On March 20, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued new guidance for state survey agencies and long-term care (LTC) facilities on the use of Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) to prevent the spread of MDROs (QSO-24-08-NH Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Nursing Homes). EBP are an evidence-based best practice designed to reduce the spread of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) by expanding the use of gloves and gowns during high-contact resident care activities, especially for those at increased risk of acquiring or spreading an MDRO. This education will review the details of the regulation, how to implement and evaluate EBP, and discuss frequently asked questions.