Category: Resource

Sepsis Prevention Assessment Tool for Nursing Homes

Nursing home residents are at risk of developing infections that can lead to sepsis, which is a medical emergency requiring immediate attention to prevent severe morbidity and mortality. The Sepsis Prevention Assessment Tool (SPAT) for Nursing Homes identifies gaps in sepsis policies, training, and practices in nursing homes that can be targeted to improve infection prevention, sepsis recognition, and health outcomes.

CDC is available to provide technical assistance to facilities and public health partners implementing this resource.

Monthly Pressure Ulcer Tracking Form and Guide

The Monthly Pressure Ulcer Tracking Form was developed to assist facilities track their pressure ulcers on a monthly basis with the ability to carry over unhealed/unresolved pressure ulcers unto a new monthly tracking form. It maintains an active list of all current pressure ulcers in real time to assist with the investigation, treatment and provide an important piece in the development of a targeted pressure ulcer prevention program. (See instructions below on how to download the tracking form.)

Complete this form to receive a link to download a zipped folder of the Pressure Ulcer Tracking Resources to include the Excel tracking form as well as a PDF instructional guide that explains the use of the tool.

For questions on the Monthly Pressure Ulcer Tracking Form and Guide, please contact QIN-QIOR2@ipro.org.

Monthly Infection and Antibiotic (ABX) Tracking Form and Guide

The infection and antibiotic tracking form was developed to assist facilities track both their infections and antibiotic use on a monthly basis. It maintains an active list of all infections and antibiotic use in real time. (See instructions below on how to download the tracking form.)

Complete this form to receive a link to download the Infection and Antibiotic Tracking Tool.