Clostridium Difficile Infection

Prevention

Studies indicate that preventive measures by caregivers play a crucial role in disease management of C. difficile:

• Use antibiotics with discretion, in particular clindamycin or cephalosporins.
• Routinely wash hands.
• Disinfect potentially contaminated objects with chlorine-based hospital disinfectants.
• Isolate infected patients.
• Use gloves for patient contact.