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Bloodborne and Airborne pathogens

Bloodborne and Airborne pathogens. Ruth Weiscarger, BSN, RN. Pathogen. A pathogen is any agent that causes disease. Bloodborne Pathogens. Disease causing microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, or parasites) carried in human blood. Common bloodborne pathogens include: Hepatitis A

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Avian and Pandemic Influenza: Infection Control Perspectives

Avian and Pandemic Influenza: Infection Control Perspectives. Learning Objectives. Discuss the principles of infection control Identify routes of transmission Describe standard precautions and transmission-based precautions Describe how to prevent transmission of avian or pandemic influenza.

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Infection Control Principles and Practices Session 4

Infection Control Principles and Practices Session 4. Infection Control for LPHA Train the Trainer Course August 25, 2005. Chain of infection Standard precautions Transmission-based precautions Attachments from PHEP. Topics. Objectives.

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Chapter 27 Asepsis and Infection Control

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Infection Control

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Methods used to control the spread of infection

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Methods used to control the spread of infection

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Chapter 25

Chapter 25. Care of Patients with Infection. Mrs. Kreisel MSN, RN NU130 Adult Health 1 Summer 2011. Definitions. Pathogen—any microorganism capable of producing disease Communicable—infection transmitted from person to person Pathogenicity—the ability to cause disease

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Infection Control

Infection Control. DR. MAZIN BARRY, MD, FRCPC, FACP, DTM&H Infectious Disease Consultant Assistant Professor of Medicine. Outline. Hospital Acquired Infections (HAI) Hand Hygiene (HH) Isolation Precautions Others. Hospital Acquired Infections (HAI).

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Infection Prevention & Control Practices What you need to know…

Infection Prevention & Control Practices What you need to know…. Reviewed December 2012. STANDARD PRECAUTIONS. 1. Used for all patients, regardless of their diagnosis 2. Applies to all blood & body fluids except sweat. Use the right PPE (personal protective equipment) for the job

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Methods used to control the spread of infection

Methods used to control the spread of infection. Precautions. Methods used to control the spread of infection Standard Precautions. Includes : Hand washing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Gloves Gowns Masks and eye protection Needle stick safety Sharps Spills and splashes

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Methods used to control the spread of infection

Methods used to control the spread of infection. Precautions. Methods used to control the spread of infection Standard Precautions. Includes : Hand washing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Gloves Gowns Masks and eye protection Needle stick safety Sharps Spills and splashes

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Methods used to control the spread of infection

Methods used to control the spread of infection. Precautions. Methods used to control the spread of infection Standard Precautions. Includes : Hand washing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Gloves Gowns Masks and eye protection Needle stick safety Sharps Spills and splashes

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INFECTION CONTROL

INFECTION CONTROL. Objectives:. Upon completion of this lesson, the student will be able to: Differentiate between the modes of transmission Determine methods for breaking the chain of infection S elect and use PPE in healthcare settings

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Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases. Isahel N. Alfonso, R.N. Communicable disease is an illness cause by a pathogen which can be transmitted directly or indirectly from one person to the another. Communicable diseases are cause by infectious agents such as Bacteria, Virus, Fungus and Protozoa.

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Transmission-based precautions in healthcare facilities

Transmission-based precautions in healthcare facilities. Outline. Chain of infection Routes of transmission Precautions levels Standard precautions Transmission-based precautions Contact Droplet Air-borne. Route of transmission. Port. Quantity of pathogen. Virulence.

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Living Our Core Value: Quality & Patient Safety

Living Our Core Value: Quality & Patient Safety. Infection Control Mandatory Education FY08. Key Learning Points. Wash your hands, wash your hands, wash your hands! Always use Standard Precautions and Personal Protective Equipment. Familiarize yourself with our Isolation Guidelines.

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