Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 442 § 442.854 — Definitions

Definitions. As used in ORS 442.853 to 442.856: (1) “Health care facility” has the meaning given that term in ORS 442.015. (2) “Health care acquired infection” means a localized or systemic condition that: (a) Results from an adverse reaction to the presence of an infectious agent or its toxin; and (b) Was not present or incubating at the time of admission to the health care facility. (3) “Risk-adjusted methodology” means a standardized method used to ensure that intrinsic and extrinsic risk factors for a health care acquired infection are considered in the calculation of health care acquired infection rates. [2007 c.838 §2] Note: See note under 442.853.