Joint Commission Seeks Comments on 2012 National Patient Safety Goals for Hospitals, LTC

The Joint Commission is seeking comment on proposed 2012 National Patient Safety Goals that address ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) and catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI). The proposed NPSGs would be applicable to Joint Commission accredited hospitals and long-term care organizations. Comments will be gathered through Jan. 27, 2011. For more information, CLICK HERE.