This checklist identifies areas that skilled nursing and long-term care facilities should consider in their infection prevention planning. Facilities can use this tool to self-assess the strengths and weaknesses of current preparedness efforts. Areas include:

• Prevent infections and the spread of germs
• Improve antibiotic prescribing
• Be alert and take action
• Have an infection containment plan ready

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