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It\u2019s been a year since CMS formally added Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) to infection control guidance, and that big question\u2014 \u201cDo I need PPE for this?\u201d\u2014still comes up.<\/p>\n<p>EBP expands personal protective equipment (PPE) use beyond isolation, applying to high-contact care like wound care, changing linens, and bathing. EBP is key to stopping the spread of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) in long-term care facilities, but it takes clear systems and consistent staff education to make it stick.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to Expect:<\/strong> This month\u2019s resources are designed to meet your team where they are\u2014whether you\u2019re providing direct care, coordinating therapy, or supporting infection prevention efforts facility-wide.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hhs.nd.gov\/sites\/www\/files\/documents\/DOH%20Legacy\/HAI\/8_Moments_of_EBPs.pdf\">8 Moments of Enhanced Barrier Precautions<\/a><\/span>: Simple visual education tool. If you\u2019ve ever heard \u201cDo I need PPE for this?\u201d\u2014this tool is your new best friend. Also available in <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hhs.nd.gov\/health\/diseases-conditions-and-immunization\/ipc-resources\">8 other languages!<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/174\/2024\/11\/Revised-EBP-algorithm_Oct2024.pdf\">VDH\u2019s Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Nursing Homes Algorithm<\/a><\/span>: This decision-making tool breaks down when and why to use EBP in plain language.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/long-term-care-facilities\/media\/pdfs\/Observations-Tool-for-Enhanced-Barrier-Precautions-Implementation-508.pdf\">CDC\u2019s EBP Implementation\u2014Observations Tool<\/a><\/span>: Built for infection preventionists and facility leads, this resource helps track EBP use and identify areas for coaching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to Use These Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Share the 8 Moments visual in breakrooms, care stations, huddles, or staff emails.<\/li>\n<li>Use the algorithm and observation tool to support your facility\u2019s infection control plan or prep for survey readiness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Enhanced Barrier Precautions are a big shift, but they\u2019re not a solo effort. Whether you&#8217;re providing direct care or leading infection prevention and control (IPC) efforts, these tools are here to help you do the work and explain the why. 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