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Care of older people
Cohort study
Among elderly residents of long term care facilities, a visit to the emergency department is associated with an increased risk of acquiring a new respiratory or gastrointestinal infection
  1. Gail Lusardi
  1. Correspondence to: Gail Lusardi
    Department of Health Sport and Science, University of Glamorgan, Pontypridd, CF37 1DL, UK

https://doi.org/10.1136/eb-2012-100771

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    Commentary on: Quach C, McArthur M, McGeer A, et al. Risk of infection following a visit to the emergency department: a cohort study. CMAJ 2012;184:E232–9.OpenUrlAbstract/FREE Full Text

    Implications for practice and research

    • Further evaluation is needed of the consistency of application of Standard Infection Control Precaution guidelines/policies in the Emergency Department (ED).

    • Prospective studies are needed on assessment, novel strategies and use of resources to reduce ED visits in this group.

    • Microbiological evidence is required to quantify the risk of infection in the ED.

    • Elderly in long term care (LTC) facilities are at significant risk of infection from exposure in the ED.

    • The ED nurse needs to evaluate how to safely manage vulnerable groups to minimise the risk of healthcare …

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    • Competing interests None.