Saunders Infection Control Reference Service [Hardcover]

Elias Abrutyn (Editor), Donald A. Goldmann (Editor), William E. Scheckler (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0721664431 | ISBN-13: 978-0721664439 | Publication Date: January 15, 1998 | Edition: 1st

This up-to-date and authoritative reference provides an encyclopedic collection of hospital and institutional infection control and epidemiology guidelines. Remarkably comprehensive, it assembles into a single volume virtually every published infection control guideline from the CDC and other federal agencies, professional societies, expert groups, and more. Authorities in infection control offer succinct interpretations and critiques of each guideline, giving readers valuable insight into what works, what doesn't, and why. The book is conveniently organized so that specific content can be quickly and easily accessed when needed. Features: * Provides clear descriptions of gaps in current guidelines, as well as areas of controversy. * Gives information and recommendations for areas currently not addressed by available guidelines. * Includes major, influential guidelines from other countries. * Offers guidance on establishing infection control and quality assurance programs and performing in-service education

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1282 pages
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co; 1st edition (January 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0721664431
• ISBN-13: 978-0721664439
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.8 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.6 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,198,435 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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