infection control

Question 1

infection control

Answer 1

policies + procedures used to minimise detection/prevention/management of infection

Question 2

Where do infection control policies apply?

Answer 2

1) hospitals
2) GP surgeries
3) nursing/residential homes
4) healthcare facilities

Question 3

healthcare associated infections (HAI’s)

Answer 3

infections transmitted to patients as a result of healthcare procedures

Question 4

What are the risk factors for hospital acquired infections?

Answer 4

1) presence of microorganisms in hospital environment
2) immunocompromised patients
3) transmission of pathogens between staff + patients and among patients
5) underlying illness
6) use of medical devices
7) bed occupancy rates
8) increased movement of patients
9) type of hospital

Question 5

The most common type of healthcare associated infection occurs in which body system?

Answer 5

gastrointestinal system

Question 6

How can we combat hospital associated infections?

Answer 6

1) better hygiene in healthcare setting

2) infection control team

Question 7

Who do infection control teams comprise of?

Answer 7

1) 1 consultant/doctor
2) infection control nurses
3) administration staff

Question 8

What does an infection control team do?

Answer 8

1) advise on measures to tackle HAIs
2) implement programmes to stop HAIs taking place
3) monitor + deal with outbreak situations
4) educate members of staff in policies + techniques