Disease Outbreak Flashcards
What is the 6 link chain of infection?
Infection agent
Reservoir
Port of exit
Mode of transmission
Portal of entry
Susceptible host
What are initial actions to take on a disease outbreak?
Confirm details
Inform and advise
Prepare to visit
Establish and maintain communications
Start a log of events
Site investigation
Conclusion
List some source controls for ingestion born disease
Notification
Treatment
Contact tracing
Isolation
Disinfection
Identify source
Education
What are some route controls for ingestion born disease?
Water treatment
Good sanitation
Waste disposal
Good food hygiene and storage
Good personal hygiene
Medical screening
Pest control
Camp siting
Building design
What are some target controls for ingestion born disease?
Education
Vaccines
Protective clothing
Avoidance
Personal hygiene and fitness
Who should you inform of a disease outbreak?
Your superiors
Local civilian health protection team
Single service communicable disease focus
Media ops
