The purpose of this survey is to
determine how often rapid testing and antivirals are used among
nursing homes to control influenza A outbreaks. A sample of NHs
will be selected randomly from one State within each of the nine
influenza surveillance regions. The survey will be mailed to
infection control personnel in the randomly selected NHs. The
results will be used to identify where educational efforts should
be directed to lessen the impact of influenza A on elderly
institutionalized persons.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.