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The goal of Infection Prevention (IP) and Patient Safety (PS) is to make healthcare facilities safe for whom?
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Infection Prevention aims to protect which of the following?
False
How many core components has the WHO provided guidance on for Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)?
False
The success of Implementation in each core area of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) depends on what kind of approach?
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What are some of the objectives of the Introduction to IP according to the text?
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What is the main purpose of Infection Prevention according to the text?
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The presence of an IPC programme is a sufficient condition to achieve safe and high quality health care.
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Infection prevention depends on placing protective barriers between a susceptible host and the infectious microorganisms.
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Patient Safety aims to increase unsafe acts within the health care system.
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Noso comial infections are acquired in a health care facility by a patient who was admitted for the same infection.
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Cleaning after Procedures is one of the sources of risk in health facilities.
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HIV is considered a biological hazard in health facilities.
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The risk of acquiring HIV after being stuck with a needle from an HIV+ client is 27-37%.
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The risk of acquiring HBV after being stuck with a needle from an HBV+ client is 27-37%.
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The risk of acquiring HCV after being stuck with a needle from an HCV+ client is 3-1%.
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Multimodal Strategy consists of two elements implemented in an integrated way.
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Study Notes
Infection Prevention and Patient Safety
- The goal of Infection Prevention (IP) and Patient Safety (PS) is to make healthcare facilities safe for patients and healthcare workers.
- Infection Prevention aims to protect patients, healthcare workers, and visitors from acquiring and transmitting infections.
WHO Guidance on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has provided guidance on 5 core components for Infection Prevention and Control (IPC).
Implementation of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)
- The success of Implementation in each core area of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) depends on a multidisciplinary approach.
Objectives of Introduction to IP
- The objectives of the Introduction to IP include raising awareness about the importance of Infection Prevention and Control, promoting a culture of patient safety, and providing a foundation for further learning.
Purpose of Infection Prevention
- The main purpose of Infection Prevention is to prevent and control the spread of infections in healthcare facilities.
Infection Prevention and Control Programme
- The presence of an IPC programme is a necessary but not sufficient condition to achieve safe and high-quality healthcare.
Infection Prevention Strategies
- Infection prevention depends on placing protective barriers between a susceptible host and the infectious microorganisms.
Types of Infections
- Nosocomial infections are acquired in a healthcare facility by a patient who was admitted for another reason.
Sources of Risk in Health Facilities
- Cleaning after Procedures is one of the sources of risk in health facilities.
Biological Hazards in Health Facilities
- HIV is considered a biological hazard in health facilities.
Risk of Acquiring Blood-Borne Infections
- The risk of acquiring HIV after being stuck with a needle from an HIV+ client is 0.3%.
- The risk of acquiring HBV after being stuck with a needle from an HBV+ client is 3-30%.
- The risk of acquiring HCV after being stuck with a needle from an HCV+ client is 1.8%.
Multimodal Strategy
- Multimodal Strategy consists of five elements implemented in an integrated way.
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Description
This quiz covers the basic principles and standards of Infection Prevention, as well as the objectives and components of Infection Prevention and Control. It also discusses the magnitude of nosocomial infections, risk identification in healthcare settings, disease transmission cycle, and measures to prevent disease spread.
