Lecture 3: Infection prevention and control Flashcards

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What are the four must have conditions for an infection to occur?

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  1. pathogen
  2. susceptibility
  3. quantity
  4. Entry site
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In what ways can pathogens enter the body?

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direct contact
indirect contact
airborne
vector-borne

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3
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What are the 4 principle methods of infection control?

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routinely use PPE
wash your hands
ensure medical equipment is kept clean
maintain immunization against Hepatitis A &B, polio, tetanus, measles, etc..

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What are the different PPE?

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Mask, Eyewear, Gown, Gloves

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In what order should you put on your personal protective equipment?

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MEGG, mask, eyewear, gown gloves

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In what order should you remove your PPE?

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GGEM

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What are the steps to disinfection?

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wear disposable gloves
Use a solution of sodium hypochlorite (5.25%) diluted in a ration of 1:9
this disinfection solution can be used for up to 30 days (if stored in sealed opaque container)
Use a disposable cloth, allow sol’n to remain for 10 minutes. Rinse abundantly with water
Allow to air dry

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What are possible ways of exposure to contagion?

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Blood gets on an open lesion in your skin
Pricked, cut or scratched by an object soiled with blood
Receive a bite that draws blood

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What are the treatment steps following exposure to a contagion?

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let the injury bleed slightly
Clean the injury with water and mild soap
Rinse with water
If splashed on a mucous membrane (eyes, lips, mouth, inside nose):
rinse with abundant water as quick as possible to dilute contagion

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HCPs should be regularly checked for which diseases?

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Measles
Hepatitis
Tetanus/diphtheria
Mumps
Rubella
Chicken pox
Polio
Tuberculosis
Influenza

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