Domain/Index | Indicators analyzed the NHFS 2015 and 2021 data set | Calculation |
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Domain 1: Trained provider | 1 indicator – At least one provider available in the HF who is reported to be trained on IPC or waste management regardless of the timing and duration of the training | Domain score = Indicator (0% = no trained provider, 100% = at least one trained provider) |
Domain 2: Guidelines | 1 indicator – Observed availability of at least one guideline on health care waste management or infection control and prevention | Domain score = Indicator (0% = no guideline, 100% = at least one guideline) |
Domain 3: Equipment and supplies | 10 indicators – Observed availability and reported functionality of: i) soap and running water or alcohol-based hand rub, ii) needle destroyer, iii) waste receptacle, iv) disinfectant, v) gown or apron, vi) surgical mask, vii) latex gloves, viii) syringe, ix) eye protection, and x) sterilization equipment | Domain score = Percentage of functioning items available (Range: From 0% = no equipment and supplies to 100% = complete equipment and supplies, e.g. 6/10 = 60.0% in the case of 6 functioning items available) |
IPC index | Readiness for IPC is measured across 3 domains: i) trained provider, ii) guidelines, and iii) equipment and supplies | IPC index = Mean score of the three domains (Range: From 0% = no IPC to 100% = complete IPC, e.g. (0% + 0% + 60.0%) / 3 = 20%) |