Authors

  1. Johnson, Samantha BSN, RN, PCCN
  2. McNeal, Mallory BSN, RN
  3. Mermis, Joel MD
  4. Polineni, Deepika MD, MPH
  5. Burger, Stephanie BSN, RN, PCCN

Abstract

Patients with cystic fibrosis have increased risk of pulmonary infections, and reducing spread of microorganisms is critical. To improve hospital-staff adherence to infection control guidelines, we implemented brightly colored Safe Zone floor decals, staff compliance contracts, and an infection control in-service video. Audits of staff adherence conducted pre and postintervention demonstrated an increased and sustainable improvement among each group (P < .05). These effective measures may be implemented to improve infection control compliance elsewhere.