Patient centred care versus multi-resistant organism (MRO) centred care: A new way to look at MRO management in acute care settings

Introduction: Modern healthcare is characterised by the mantra of patient-centred care, however the management of multi-resistant organisms (MRO) risks becoming MRO-centred care. The controls implemented can lead to inequitable access to healthcare and may compromise the clinical and psychological well-being of patients. This presentation describes the impact of implementing a risk-managed Standard Precautions focussed model for the management...