Preventing Infection in Care Infection Prevention …...Preventing Infection in Care - Main Programme In all health and care settings preventing and controlling infection is everyone’s
This document is posted to help you gain knowledge. Please leave a comment to let me know what you think about it! Share it to your friends and learn new things together.
Transcript
Preventing Infection in Care
Infection Prevention and Control
Your Name:
Place of Work
Job Title:
Date Commenced Workbook:
Date Completed Workbook: Line Manager / Supervisor:
Main Programme Workbook
For care staff that have at least 6 months experience working in care environment and who have previously completed the induction programme
In all health and care settings preventing and controlling infection is everyone’s responsibility, and is essential to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of those you are caring for, visitors, staff and yourself.
We are surrounded by micro-organisms – they are found inside us, on our bodies, they’re inour food and they’re in the environment and can be picked up from contact with contaminated surfaces or objects or by contact with infected persons. Most micro-organisms are harmless, but some can have serious consequences particularly for vulnerable groups including older people or people with certain medical conditions.
Healthcare Associated Infection (HAI) is defined as an infection that is acquired as a result of healthcare interventions.
The information contained within the Preventing Infection in Care DVD Programme has simple and practical measures that you can take to break the chain of infection and help prevent the spread of infections in a care setting.
Section 1: IntroductionOn completion of the Preventing Infection in Care main programme this Workbook provides you with a structured approach to assess and demonstrate your knowledge and skills when applying the Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs).
It can provide evidence for your Personal Development Plan (PDP) and Professional Development Review (PDR). If you are registered with the NMC it can provide evidence of learning for revalidation. The completed assessment book and the completion certificate can also be uploaded onto the NHS e Portfolio if applicable.
For carers the learning within this workbook will provide evidence towards your SVQ Portfolio and this should be discussed with the SVQ assessor
The Workbook allows you to record your learning and demonstrate that you have the knowledge, skills and understanding related to the application of the Standard Infection Control Precautions necessary to carry out your role in your care setting
Throughout the workbook there are opportunities where you and /or your line manager/ supervisor can write down notes and answers to questions and activities.
Learning Objectives
On completion of the Preventing Infection in Care main programme the learner will be able to:
List all 10 Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICP’s) and describe measures you will take to ensure they are implemented in the care setting.
Identify areas of improvement when applying the SICPs and describe how these improvements can be embedded in practice.
Explain how you might support your colleagues in applying the SICPs in their daily practice
Describe some specific infections and conditions and how to manage an outbreak of infection.
Describe common causes of infection and the awareness of preventative measures such as antimicrobial stewardship and immunisation.
Gaining Support
Discuss with your supervisor/line manager and agree how you will be supported to complete the Preventing Infection in Care programme and Workbook successfully.
Before commencing the workbook, watch the DVD Preventing Infection in Care main learning programme.
Relate the learning in the programme to your care setting and consider how the learning can be applied in your practice.
Complete all the questions and activities in the workbook.
Where indicated or necessary discuss with your line manager/supervisor and colleagues how you can apply your learning to make changes or improvements in your care setting.
Once the workbook is complete revisit the DVD main programme or the programme script provided on the CDROM to review and check your answers.
Recording Knowledge, Skills and Understanding
Your trainer or line manager/ supervisor should review your workbook as you complete the questions and tasks throughout the programme. As you progress through each section thereis a space available for you and your trainer or manger/ supervisor which can be signed and dated to verify successful completion and this provides an accurate record of your learning.
The final page in the workbook is a certificate which can be kept for your records as evidence of completion.
Further Reading and Resources
All the information necessary to complete this workbook will be found when viewing the Preventing Infection in Care DVD programme and from the local policies within your workplace setting. Further information and reading can also be found on the Supporting linksdocument of the CD Rom.
The CD ROM also provides the programme scripts to allow you to check your answers.
Alternatively all files can be downloaded from NHS Education for Scotland, Healthcare
5. List the most general signs and symptoms of an infection
6. Some infections are described as localised. Consider a wound infection and list below 5 common signs and symptoms
7. Some people develop Diarrhoea and may be a sign of infection such as Norovirus.
Complete the sentence by deleting the incorrect words as appropriate.
Diarrhoea is defined as the passing of 2, 3, 4 or more loose or liquid stools per, Hour, day, week or more frequently than is normal for the individual.
2. Outbreaks occur in community settings, care homes and in places where people live in close proximity. And infection can spread rapidly causing an outbreak.
Complete the sentence by inserting the missing words
An outbreak is defined as ________ or more people in the same place are
experiencing the same illness at the same time.
3. What immediate actions might you take if you suspect you have an outbreak of infection in your workplace?
4. Who would you inform and seek advice from about the outbreak? What information would they need to know from you?
5. Where would you find your local policies and guidance in the event of an outbreak?
6. What should you do if you or a colleague develops diarrhoea and/or vomiting?
4. Number the order of the steps if using soap and water, and tick if the step also applies to Alcohol Based Hand Rub
Number
Step Tick Number Step Tick
Wet your hands Rub palm to palm with fingers interlaced
Dry your hands thoroughly
Rub the tips of fingers inthe opposite palm in a circular movement
Rub hands palm to palm Apply soap/alcohol based hand rub from a dispenser
Rub each thumb in turn,
holding it in opposite hand with
rotational movement
Rinse your hands with running
water
Dispose of paper towel in correct
waste bin
Rub back of hands with palm of other hand, fingers interlaced
Rub back of fingers to the opposing palm with fingers interlocked
Turn off taps with your wrists or a paper towel
5. Good practice suggests you should adopt a bare below the elbow approach, free from all jewellery except a plain band ring. Find out if your organisation has a uniform and jewellery policy, read it and note your findings below?
6. You have a responsibility to encourage all staff, visitors and the people you care for, their family /visitors to carry out good hand hygiene practices. How might you help someone do this if they are bed bound?
7. Consider all the tasks and activities you undertake in a day that would require you to carry out hand hygiene. Discuss with your colleagues and your trainer, manager or supervisor and summarise your discussions.
1. Waste can fall under 3 categories, domestic, Special (or hazardous) waste, and Healthcare (including clinical) waste. Complete the table below and identify how each type of waste is handled in your area.
What waste goes in this category What colour bag is used How is this waste handled in your area
Domestic
Special (or hazardous) waste
Healthcare (including clinical) waste
2.Who is responsible for the safe disposal of waste in your care setting?
3. Sharps containers should be disposed of when ¾ full or every three months even if it is less full. Note the procedure for disposal of this Healthcare waste in your area?