Keywords

healthcare-associated infections, multidrug-resistant organisms, life-threatening infections

 

Authors

  1. Kenneley, Irena L. PhD, APRN-BC, CIC

Abstract

Healthcare-associated infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms are a serious threat to public health. Changes in healthcare delivery have caused these infections to affect the community. NPs should be aware of the most prevalent multidrug-resistant organisms and effective methods to prevent the spread of infection.