Infection Prevention and Control: Isolation Precautions Quiz

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What are isolation precautions in healthcare settings designed to prevent?

The spread of infectious diseases

Why is it important to isolate patients with known/suspected transmissible infections and multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs)?

To protect patients, healthcare workers, and visitors from harmful pathogens

What should be considered before placing a patient into isolation?

Assessment of risk and weighing disadvantages against benefits

Why should placement of a patient into isolation never be done as a matter of convenience?

The patient's underlying condition should drive the provision of care Signup and view all the answers

What negative impacts on patients in isolation were highlighted in the text?

Depression, anxiety, anger, and compromised mental well-being Signup and view all the answers

What was the effect of placing patients in isolation on patient safety?

An eight-fold increase in adverse events related to supportive care failures Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of source isolation?

To prevent the transfer of microorganisms from an infected or colonized patient to other individuals. Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of protective isolation?

To prevent the transfer of infection from inanimate environment and other personnel to immunosuppressed patients. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to review the need for isolation daily?

To ensure that the continuation of isolation is necessary and appropriate. Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration for immunosuppressed patients in terms of infections?

They are at increased risk of endogenous infections. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the initial point of contact for a patient in a hospital usually?

Accident & Emergency (A&E) or outpatient department (OPD). Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential adverse effect of putting a patient in an isolation ward?

It may distance the patient from specialist care. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of having a written guideline for patient isolation in a hospital setting?

To outline priorities for isolation based on risk assessment and patient conditions. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial for healthcare facilities to have a written policy on patient isolation?

To cover all aspects of isolation, including managing transmissible infections and MDROs. Signup and view all the answers

How should healthcare facilities communicate with general practitioners regarding infectious patients?

By informing them about the need for isolation and admission procedures. Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should be taken to limit the movement of patients with transmissible infections?

Efforts should be made to limit unnecessary patient movements. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when a patient with a transmissible infection is transported out of their room?

Ensure that infection prevention and control precautions are maintained. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to inform the receiving ward when a patient with a transmissible infection is admitted?

So that appropriate infection prevention and control measures can be implemented. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Isolation of Patients

Isolation can have a psychological impact on patients and may also affect the quality of care by distancing them from specialist care.

Cultural and Religious Beliefs

In some cultures and religions, diseases are believed to be divine punishments for sinners and those who live dissolute lives.

Types of Isolation Precautions

Source Isolation: prevents the transfer of microorganisms from an infected or colonized patient to other individuals.
Protective Isolation: prevents the transfer of infection from the inanimate environment and other personnel to immunosuppressed patients.

General Considerations

Triage and Risk Assessments: hospitals should have a written guideline outlining priorities for isolation based on risk assessment of individual patients.
Isolation Policy: all healthcare facilities (HCF) should have a written policy and procedure on patient isolation, covering aspects such as managing potential patients with transmissible infections and MDROs.

Movement of Patients

Limiting Unnecessary Movement: effort should be made to limit the movement of patients with transmissible infections and patients infected or colonized with MDROs.
Informing Receiving Ward: the receiving ward or unit must be informed so that appropriate IPC measures can be put into place on arrival.

Isolation Precautions

Single Room Isolation: patients with known/suspected transmissible infections and MDROs should be isolated in a single room, preferably with an ensuite toilet and shower facility.
Assessment of Risk: assessment of risk should be carried out and the disadvantages must be weighed against the benefits of isolating a patient.
Negative Impact on Patients: most patients in isolation experience a negative impact on their mental well-being, including depression, anxiety, and anger, and patient safety is also affected by adverse events related to supportive care failures.

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Test your knowledge on isolation precautions, which are guidelines aimed at preventing the spread of infectious diseases in healthcare settings. Learn about creating barriers between infected individuals and others to minimize the risk of transmission and protect patients, healthcare workers, and visitors from harmful pathogens.