Infection Control in Healthcare

Infection Control

Aseptic Hand Washing

• Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
• Use warm water and mild soap
• Rub hands together to create friction
• Pay attention to areas between fingers, under nails, and wrists
• Rinse thoroughly with warm water
• Dry hands completely with a single-use towel

Infection Control Techniques

• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, and gowns
• Implement standard precautions for all patients, not just those with known infections
• Practice proper sterilization and disinfection of equipment and surfaces
• Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of bio-hazardous materials
• Use aseptic technique when handling invasive medical devices

OSHA and CEC Standards

• OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulates workplace safety and health
• CEC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) sets guidelines for infection control in healthcare
• Both organizations emphasize the importance of proper infection control practices

Disposing of Bio-Hazardous Materials

• Use designated containers and bags for disposing of bio-hazardous materials
• Follow proper procedures for handling and transporting these materials
• Ensure proper labeling and segregation of bio-hazardous materials

Handling Linens and Clothing

• Handle clean linens and clothing in a way that prevents contamination
• Use designated areas and containers for soiled linens and clothing
• Follow proper procedures for laundering and disinfecting linens and clothing

Standard Precautions

• Wear gloves, masks, gowns, caps, and protective eyewear as needed
• Use these precautions with all patients, not just those with known infections
• Implement these precautions to prevent transmission of infectious diseases

Cleaning and Sterilizing Instruments and Supplies

• Follow proper procedures for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and supplies
• Use designated cleaning solutions and equipment
• Ensure proper storage and handling of cleaned and sterilized instruments and supplies

Microorganism Growth

• Factors that promote growth: moisture, warmth, nutrients, and pH
• Factors that inhibit growth: dryness, cold, lack of nutrients, and extreme pH

Body's Defense Against Microorganisms

• Skin and mucous membranes act as a barrier to prevent entry of microorganisms
• Immune system responds to presence of microorganisms
• Body's natural defenses can be compromised by certain medical conditions or treatments

Infection Control

Aseptic Hand Washing

• Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
• Use warm water and mild soap
• Rub hands together to create friction
• Pay attention to areas between fingers, under nails, and wrists
• Rinse thoroughly with warm water
• Dry hands completely with a single-use towel

Infection Control Techniques

• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, and gowns
• Implement standard precautions for all patients, not just those with known infections
• Practice proper sterilization and disinfection of equipment and surfaces
• Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of bio-hazardous materials
• Use aseptic technique when handling invasive medical devices

OSHA and CEC Standards

• OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulates workplace safety and health
• CEC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) sets guidelines for infection control in healthcare
• Both organizations emphasize the importance of proper infection control practices

Disposing of Bio-Hazardous Materials

• Use designated containers and bags for disposing of bio-hazardous materials
• Follow proper procedures for handling and transporting these materials
• Ensure proper labeling and segregation of bio-hazardous materials

Handling Linens and Clothing

• Handle clean linens and clothing in a way that prevents contamination
• Use designated areas and containers for soiled linens and clothing
• Follow proper procedures for laundering and disinfecting linens and clothing

Standard Precautions

• Wear gloves, masks, gowns, caps, and protective eyewear as needed
• Use these precautions with all patients, not just those with known infections
• Implement these precautions to prevent transmission of infectious diseases

Cleaning and Sterilizing Instruments and Supplies

• Follow proper procedures for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and supplies
• Use designated cleaning solutions and equipment
• Ensure proper storage and handling of cleaned and sterilized instruments and supplies

Microorganism Growth

• Factors that promote growth: moisture, warmth, nutrients, and pH
• Factors that inhibit growth: dryness, cold, lack of nutrients, and extreme pH

Body's Defense Against Microorganisms

• Skin and mucous membranes act as a barrier to prevent entry of microorganisms
• Immune system responds to presence of microorganisms
• Body's natural defenses can be compromised by certain medical conditions or treatments

Infection Control

Aseptic Hand Washing

• Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
• Use warm water and mild soap
• Rub hands together to create friction
• Pay attention to areas between fingers, under nails, and wrists
• Rinse thoroughly with warm water
• Dry hands completely with a single-use towel

Infection Control Techniques

• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, and gowns
• Implement standard precautions for all patients, not just those with known infections
• Practice proper sterilization and disinfection of equipment and surfaces
• Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of bio-hazardous materials
• Use aseptic technique when handling invasive medical devices

OSHA and CEC Standards

• OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulates workplace safety and health
• CEC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) sets guidelines for infection control in healthcare
• Both organizations emphasize the importance of proper infection control practices

Disposing of Bio-Hazardous Materials

• Use designated containers and bags for disposing of bio-hazardous materials
• Follow proper procedures for handling and transporting these materials
• Ensure proper labeling and segregation of bio-hazardous materials

Handling Linens and Clothing

• Handle clean linens and clothing in a way that prevents contamination
• Use designated areas and containers for soiled linens and clothing
• Follow proper procedures for laundering and disinfecting linens and clothing

Standard Precautions

• Wear gloves, masks, gowns, caps, and protective eyewear as needed
• Use these precautions with all patients, not just those with known infections
• Implement these precautions to prevent transmission of infectious diseases

Cleaning and Sterilizing Instruments and Supplies

• Follow proper procedures for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and supplies
• Use designated cleaning solutions and equipment
• Ensure proper storage and handling of cleaned and sterilized instruments and supplies

Microorganism Growth

• Factors that promote growth: moisture, warmth, nutrients, and pH
• Factors that inhibit growth: dryness, cold, lack of nutrients, and extreme pH

Body's Defense Against Microorganisms

• Skin and mucous membranes act as a barrier to prevent entry of microorganisms
• Immune system responds to presence of microorganisms
• Body's natural defenses can be compromised by certain medical conditions or treatments

Test your knowledge on infection control techniques and standards in healthcare settings, including aseptic hand washing, OSHA and CEC standards, and proper handling of linens and bio-hazardous materials.