Failure to Timely Report Flu and RSV Outbreak
Penalty
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Summary
The infection preventionist (IP) failed to report an outbreak of influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in the facility within the required 8-24 hour timeframe as outlined in the facility's policy on unusual occurrences. The policy specifies that epidemic outbreaks or prevalence of communicable diseases must be reported to the Department of Health Services within this period. During an interview, the IP acknowledged that the outbreak occurred over a weekend when she was not working and admitted she did not know she was required to report it within 24 hours, resulting in a delayed notification.