Treatment of CRE
If a CRE infection has been identified, refer symptoms to the registered nurse
Nursing care
Assess for further signs of infection
Ensure contact precautions are taken with residents infected or colonised with CRE
When possible, residents with CRE will have a single room
PPE should be worn when caring for the resident, i.e. gloves, gown.
Visitors might also be asked to wear gloves and gowns
Healthcare providers and visitors remove their gowns and gloves upon leaving the room
Observe good hand hygiene
Promote antimicrobial stewardship
TreatmentIt is challenging to treat Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae infections. CRE bacteria may be killed or inhibited from growing by combinations of antibiotics prescribed by a Doctor.
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