CMS has just modified its infection control guidance regarding C. diff. They've upped the time that C. diff can survive in the environment (such as on or around toilet seats, bed rails and the floor) in its spore form from five to six months.
According to the revised guidance, “Rigorously cleaning the environment removes C. difficile spores, and can help prevent transmission of the organism. Cleaning equipment used for residents with C. difficile with a 1:10 dilution of sodium hypochlorite (nine parts water to one part bleach) will also reduce the spread of the organism. Once mixed, the solution is effective for 24 hours.”
To view the revised guidance in its entirety, click here.
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