McGeer's Criteria Checklist
McGeer's Criteria Checklist
General Items
- Review of resident's medical history
- Assessment of vital signs
- Consultation with healthcare team if needed
Infection Indicators
- Fever above 38.3°C (101°F)
- New or increased cough
- Sputum production that is new or increased
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- New or increased nasal congestion or runny nose
- Change in mental status or confusion
- Purulent drainage from a wound or catheter
- New or worsening pain
- Skin changes or new rashes
- New urinary incontinence
Laboratory Indicators
- Positive cultures (blood, urine, sputum)
- Elevated white blood cell count (WBC)
Treatment Indicators
- New antibiotics prescribed
- Change in antibiotic therapy
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