Illinois § 5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.
MRSA control program. In order to improve the prevention of hospital-associated bloodstream infections due to methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus ("MRSA"), every hospital shall establish an MRSA control program that requires: (1) Identification of all MRSA-colonized patients in all intensive care units, and other at-risk patients identified by the hospital, through active surveillance testing. (2) Isolation of identified MRSA-colonized or MRSA-infected patients in an appropriate manner. (3) Monitoring and strict enforcement of hand hygiene requirements. (4) Maintenance of records and reporting of cases under Section 10 of this Act. (Source: P.A. 95-312, eff. 8-20-07.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5 cover?
Section 5 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 5?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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