Induction - Domiciliary Care - Infection Control Systems, Procedures, Roles

Induction - Domiciliary Care - Systems, Procedures & Roles in Infection Control Overview (General Information for prior to formal Infection Control Training) PRESENTATION

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Aims and Objectives:
To provide newly recruited care workers with an understanding of infection control systems and procedures, their role and the role of others.​
Learning Objectives:
Understand the key infection control systems and procedures in place within the domiciliary care service.​

Recognise the role and responsibilities of care workers in infection control.​

Understand what working collaboratively with other staff members, healthcare professionals and external agencies to prevent and manage infections means.

Presentation (33 Slides)
Aims and Objectives
Introduction
Infection Control Systems and Procedures​
Infection Control Systems and Procedures – Topics Covered​
Hand Hygiene​
When to Clean Hands ​
How to Clean Hands​
Additional Information​
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Why it is Used​
Types of PPE​
When and How to Use PPE​
Cleaning and Disinfection​
Waste Management – Types of Waste​
Disposal of Medical and General Waste​
Handling of Sharps and Offensive Waste
Laundry Management – Soiled Laundry​
Isolation Procedures​
Handling of Food and Drink​
Cough and Respiratory Hygiene​
Reporting and Documentation​
The Role and Responsibilities of Care Workers in Infection Control​
Working Collaboratively with Others to prevent and manage infections​
The Role of Nurses in Infection Control​
The Role of Management in Infection Control​
Next Steps
Summary of Key Points
References and Further Reading

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