IPC and Building Control Flashcards
1
Q
Inprovements in public health have lead to improvement in what 6 areas?
A
- Sanitation
- Drainage
- Water Quality
- Reduction in Overcrowding
- Effective Ventilation
- Cleanliness
2
Q
Why is it important to reduce over crowding?
A
To lower the risk of cross infection
3
Q
The phases of builsing projects that have to be considered for IPC
A
- Design
- Planning
- Construction
- Commissioning
4
Q
Why is future proofing important?
A
Because wards and offices can be converted and used for other purposes in the future
5
Q
Important factors to consider during the desing phase (8)
A
Patient population/risk category
Associated risk of infection
Unit accommodation
Expected growth of the service
Interaction with other services
Staffing
Storage required
Support specifications (cleaning, laundry)
