Infection Prevention and Control Quiz

Infection Prevention and Control Practices for the Interprofessional Learner

• Breaking the chain of infection is crucial for preventing and controlling infections
• Strategies such as proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization are essential for reducing and eliminating microorganisms
• Reservoir management involves controlling sources of body fluids and contaminated items
• Preventing organisms from leaving the body includes practices like wearing masks and proper disposal of contaminated items
• Understanding different modes of transmission and following appropriate hand hygiene and routine practices is crucial
• Maintaining the integrity of the skin and mucous membranes is essential for preventing the entry of pathogens
• Routine practices include the appropriate use of gowns, gloves, masks, eye wear, and other protective devices
• Routine practices are designed to care for all clients in any setting, regardless of their diagnosis or presumed infectiousness
• Changes in routine practices post-COVID era are significant and require adaptation
• The text includes a link to a video on routine practices in the "post" COVID era
• The video discusses how routine practices have changed in the post-COVID era
• The resource emphasizes the importance of interactive learning for infection prevention and control practices

Personal Risk Assessment for Isolation Precautions

• A risk assessment approach is required when working with clients to decide on isolation precautions to protect oneself and the client.
• The risk assessment involves considering tasks and potential exposure to blood, body fluids, and infectious material.
• It requires evaluating if facial protection, gloves, gowns, or assistance are needed based on the task and potential exposure.
• The assessment also involves considering the cognitive and physical status of the client, including their ability to follow directions or cooperate.
• Factors such as client agitation, coughing, sneezing, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, fever, and incontinence are also assessed for risk.
• Environmental and administrative controls, such as hand cleaning facilities, policies, and the need for a special environment, are part of the assessment.
• The use of safety-engineered needles, sharps containers, and protocols for exposure management is considered for tasks involving sharp items.
• The text refers to a video and group discussion on the consequences of not implementing infection prevention and control strategies.
• The video raises questions about the infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptibility.
• The upcoming week's focus is on minimizing the effects of immobility and preventing complications related to immobility.
• A performance testing week is mentioned for week #6, with a reminder to talk and think out loud during the test.
• The text includes a link to a video titled "Partnering to Heal" for further understanding of infection prevention and control strategies.