Chasing Zero: Increasing Infection Control Compliance on an Inpatient Cystic Fibrosis Unit

Patients with cystic fibrosis have increased risk of pulmonary infections, and reducing spread of microorganisms is critical. To improve hospital-staff adherence to infection control guidelines, we implemented brightly colored Safe Zone floor decals, staff compliance contracts, and an infection control in-service video. Audits of staff adherence conducted pre and postintervention demonstrated an increased and sustainable improvement among each group (P <.05). These effective measures may be implemented to improve infection control compliance elsewhere.