Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection prevention practices that exceed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance: Balancing extra caution against impediments to care.
Shruti K GohilEdward SeptimusKenneth E SandsEunice Jackie BlanchardJulia MoodyAnnabelle M de St MauriceDeborah YokoeJennie H KwonJonathan GreinStuart CohenDaniel Z UslanMilind VasudevAmarah MauricioShannon MabalotMicaela H CoadySelsebil SljivoKimberly SmithBrandon CarverRussell PolandJonathan PerlinRichard PlattSusan S Huangnull nullPublished in: Infection control and hospital epidemiology (2023)
In a survey of infection prevention programs, leaders reported frequent clinical and infection prevention practice modifications to avoid coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) exposure that exceeded national guidance. Future pandemic responses should emphasize balanced approaches to precautions, prioritize educational campaigns to manage safety concerns, and generate an evidence-base that can guide appropriate infection prevention practices.