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http://dx.doi.org/10.5807/kjohn.2020.29.3.202

Improvement of Infection Control System in Long-term Care Facilities after the Coronavirus Disease Outbreak  

Kim, Dooree (College of Nursing, Konyang University)
Lee, Mi Hyang (College of Nursing, Konyang University)
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Korean Journal of Occupational Health Nursing / v.29, no.3, 2020 , pp. 202-207 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: COVID-19 infections have been erupting in places of worship, long-term care facilities, and call centers in Korea since January 2020. This study aims to diagnose and present an infection control system solution for long-term care facilities where at-risk elderly individuals are actively engaged in communal life. Methods: We conducted comparative analyses of infection control systems between long-term care facilities and medical institutions respective of relevant laws and this study's evaluation system. Results: To prepare for future infectious diseases, it is necessary to establish a long-term care facility infection control system and strengthen the standards thereof, to strengthen long-term care facility evaluation standards and to newly establish medical charges for infection control. Conclusion: Systematic procedure fortification and financial support provisions are necessary for infection control at long-term care facilities.
Keywords
Coronavirus-19; Long-term care facilities; Elderly; Infection control;
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