The Kettering Infection Predictor (KIP) tool was developed in response to high levels of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) found in one English district general hospital. As part of a hospital-wide infection prevention strategy, the KIP tool focused nurses’ attention on high-risk patients. Other elements of the strategy included monitoring of compliance with hand hygiene protocols, enhanced cleaning routines, establishment of a specialised isolation ward and improved antimicrobial prescribing. While there is no single solution to prevent HCAIs, the KIP tool can contribute to maintaining optimum vigilance.
Nursing Standard. 27, 34, 35-41. doi: 10.7748/ns2013.04.27.34.35.e7176
Correspondence Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double blind peer review
Accepted: 09 November 2012
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