Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (Cre) Report Form is a legal document that was released by the New Mexico Department of Health - a government authority operating within New Mexico.
Q: What is Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE)?
A: CRE is a type of bacteria that is resistant to carbapenem antibiotics, which are a last-resort treatment for many infections.
Q: What is the purpose of the CRE report form in New Mexico?
A: The CRE report form is used to track and monitor cases of CRE in New Mexico to help prevent the spread of this antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Q: Who is required to fill out the CRE report form?
A: Healthcare facilities, including hospitals and laboratories, are required to fill out the CRE report form when they identify a case of CRE.
Q: What information is collected on the CRE report form?
A: The CRE report form collects information about the patient's demographics, specimen details, and antimicrobial susceptibility test results.
Form Details:
Download a printable version of the form by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the New Mexico Department of Health.