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  1. Overview of Outcomes for Inpatient Stays Involving Sepsis, 2016–2021 (pdf file)

    hcup-us.ahrq.gov/reports/statbriefs/sb306-overview-sepsis-2016-2021.pdf
    January 01, 2021 - Introduction Sepsis is a systemic inflammatory response to infection that results in tissue damage … hospital had sepsis during their hospitalization.3 Though traditionally associated with bacterial infection … , sepsis can develop from many types of infection, including viral and fungal infections.

  2. Microsoft Word - 2007_07.doc (pdf file)

    hcup-us.ahrq.gov/reports/methods/2007_07.pdf
    January 01, 2007 - PSI 7 Selected infections due to medical care per 1000 medical and surgical discharges (excluding immunocompromised … and cancer patients, stays under 2 days, and admissions specifically for such infections*), age 18 … years or older or obstetric admissions * Also excludes admissions specifically for such infections … 1000 elective-surgery discharges with an operating room procedure (excluding patients admitted for infection

  3. Surveillance of Surgery-related Adverse Events in Missouri Using ICD-9-CM Codes (pdf file)

    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patient-safety-resources/resources/advances-in-patient-safety/vol1/Tuinen.pdf
    March 01, 2004 - laceration 27 56 52 15 30 4 Septicemia, bacteremia 41 22 05 15 63 5 Pneumonia 52 50 42 13 37 6 Other infections … 59 32 19 20 47 7 Acute myocardial infarction 43 47 37 14 40 8 Pulmonary embolism & infection 27 … 482.32, 482.39, 482.40, 482.41, 482.49, 482.81 - 482.84, 482.89, 482.9, 483.8, 485, 486 6 Other infections … The worst performers in this regard were Class 6, Other Infections; Class 13, Postoperative GI Disorders

  4. Statistical Brief #60: Tuberculosis Stays in U.S. Hospitals, 2006 (pdf file)

    hcup-us.ahrq.gov/reports/statbriefs/sb60.pdf
    October 01, 2008 - In addition to respiratory disorders, HIV infections occurred in 5.3 percent of stays where TB was mentioned … 1 Pneumonia 5,200 10.4% 4.0% 2 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 3,500 7.0% 2.0% 3 HIV infection

  5. Vte-Prophyalaxis Executive (pdf file)

    effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/vte-prophyalaxis_executive.pdf
    May 01, 2013 - minor) • Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia • Allergic reaction • Mechanical device complications • Infections … minor) • Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia • Allergic reaction • Mechanical device complications • Infections … ICU stay Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia • Allergic reaction Mechanical device complications Infections … stay • Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia • Allergic reaction • Mechanical device complications • Infections … stay • Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia • Allergic reaction • Mechanical device complications • Infections

  6. Folleto de anotaciones de cuidado de salud para la Encuesta de Registro de Gastos Médicos (pdf file)

    meps.ahrq.gov/communication/participants/RecordKeeper_Fillable_Spanish.pdf
    January 15, 2014 - Eric West Razón de la visita Ear Infection Costo total $75 Pago de la familia $25 Pago de terceros

  7. Research Protocol: Safety of Vaccines Used for Routine Immunization in the United States (pdf file)

    effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/safety-vaccines-protocol.pdf
    January 30, 2020 - Effectiveness of rotavirus vaccines against rotavirus infection and hospitalization in Latin America … New insights into physiopathology of immunodeficiency-associated vaccine-derived poliovirus infection … Infection control and hospital epidemiology. 2014;35(6):699-708. doi: https://dx.doi.org/10.1086/676427 … or immuniz* or immunis*)).mp. or papillomavirus vaccines/ or ((papillomaviridae/ or papillomavirus infections … disorders and administration site conditions • Hepatobiliary disorders • Immune system disorders • Infections

  8. Safe Practices for Better Health Care (pdf file)

    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patient-safety-resources/resources/advances-in-patient-safety/vol4/Kizer1.pdf
    April 01, 2004 - Adhere to effective methods of preventing central venous catheter-associated blood stream infections … pre-operative patient in light of his or her planned surgical procedure for his or her risk of surgical site infection … Use of perioperative oxygen supplementation to reduce infection rates.

  9. Facts and Figures Exhibit 4.2

    hcup-us.ahrq.gov/reports/factsandfigures/2007/exhibit4_2.jsp
    January 01, 2007 - BODY SYSTEM COSTS 1997 2007 1997-2007 Infectious and parasitic Septicemia (blood infection

  10. Spotlight Case [MONTH] 2003 (ppt file)

    psnet.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/import/webmm.ahrq.gov.68_slideshow.ppt
    July 01, 2004 - Reference 4 PROWESS Inclusion Included patients with known or suspected infection, sepsis-induced

  11. Development of the AHRQ Ambulatory Surgery Center Survey on Patient Safety Culture: Slide Presentation (pdf file)

    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/patientsafetyculture/asc/ascwebinar/smith2slides.pdf
    June 02, 2025 - American Association of Nurse Anesthetists Marcia Patrick, MSN, RN, CIC Association for Professionals in Infection

  12. References | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality

    www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/final-reports/ptfamilyscan/ptfamilyref.html
    April 01, 2020 - Deadly infections: hospitals can lower the risk, but many fail to act. … New Pennsylvania hospital report—hospital acquired infection rate drops 8%. … The Joint Commission's National Patient Safety Goals: implications for infection preventionists.

  13. Otitis Media With Effusion: Comparative Effectiveness of Treatments | Effective Health Care (EHC) Program

    effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/ear-infection/research

  14. Appropriateness of Red Cell Transfusions in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (pdf file)

    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/pqmp/measures/acute/chipra-200-fullreport.pdf
    November 01, 2017 - There are many infectious transfusion risks, including: viral infections (such as cytomegalovirus [CMV … ], hepatitis B and C, HIV, West Nile Virus, Human Herpes Virus 8); bacterial infection; Prions (e.g … Secondary outcomes examined included sepsis, transfusion reactions, nosocomial respiratory infections … , catheter-related infections, adverse events, ICU and hospital LOS, mortality, and daily Pediatric … Blood transfusions are associated with risks such as hospital-associated infection, gut ischemia, transfusion

  15. Operational-Adjustments-Event-Summary (pdf file)

    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/takeheart/training/operational-adjustments-event-summary.pdf
    July 02, 2020 - 1 Learning Community Affinity Group Summary-at-a-Glance: Operational Adjustments while Resuming In-Person Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs July 2, 2020 Event Purpose and Overview • Purpose: To share and acquire strategies for how to adjust operations while resuming in-person cardiac rehabilitation p…

  16. Periodic Issue | PSNet

    psnet.ahrq.gov/periodic-issue/periodic-issue-473
    March 25, 2025 - March 5, 2025 Weekly Issue PSNet highlights the latest patient safety literature, news, and expert commentary, including Weekly Updates, WebM&M, and Perspectives on Safety. The current issue highlights what's new this week in patient safety literature, news, conferences, reports, …

  17. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)

    psnet.ahrq.gov/node/33608/psn-pdf
    February 01, 2024 - An example of this is the risk for infection, hemorrhage, future cesarean birth, and future potentially … Maternal sepsis is defined as a life-threatening condition with organ dysfunction resulting from infection … sepsis related.29 The AIM Sepsis in Obstetrical Care toolkit includes similar bundles and focuses on infection

  18. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)

    psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49455/psn-pdf
    July 01, 2004 - Tumor     Abscess     Intracranial hematomas (parenchymal, subdural, epidural)     Parameningeal infections … headache disorders: migraine, tension, or cluster headaches Meningitis and encephalitis Systemic infection

  19. Continuing Education | PSNet

    psnet.ahrq.gov/continuing-education
    February 26, 2025 - distractions (9) Medical Complications (28) Delirium (4) Nosocomial Infections … The commentary highlights the importance of evaluating patient risk of wound infection and poor wound

  20. Rapid Response Systems | PSNet

    psnet.ahrq.gov/curated-library/rapid-response-systems
    September 15, 2024 - deteriorated; she returned to the operating room, where she was found to have necrotizing soft tissue infection
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