epidemic

Introduction

The occurrence or outbreak in a community or region of an infectious disease.

Management

• cohort units in addition to other other infection prevention & outbreak response practices can greatly enhance an organization's ability to prevent & control spread of infection & minimize risk to residents & staff

• Green, Yellow, & Red Zones
  • Green Zone: Nonexposed-resident care zone
  • Yellow Zone: Quarantine zone to monitor those who are at risk for developing the infection
  • Red Zone: Isolation zone for those who are known to have the infection

More specific terms

• pandemic

Additional terms

• endemic