NEEDLESTICKNeedlestick in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
EXPOSUREPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected based on the anticipated exposure and transmission route. For routine care, gloves and gown are used for contact with body fluids. Masks are added for droplet precautions, and N95 respirators for airborne precautions.
REPORTINGClients and families can raise concerns or complaints through multiple channels including speaking to their care provider, contacting the manager/supervisor, using feedback forms, or contacting patient relations. The process is explained to clients.
POSTEXPOSUREPostexposure in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
VACCINESVaccines in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
SURVEILLANCEYour role in the IPAC program includes performing hand hygiene before/after client contact, using appropriate PPE based on precautions, following cleaning protocols, safely handling sharps and biohazardous waste, reporting infections/outbreaks to IPAC/manager immediately, participating in
PREVENTIONEvidence-based strategies to reduce adverse events. Risk factors identified, interventions implemented, effectiveness evaluated. Proactive approach improves outcomes and supports accreditation.
SHARPSYour role in the IPAC program includes performing hand hygiene before/after client contact, using appropriate PPE based on precautions, following cleaning protocols, safely handling sharps and biohazardous waste, reporting infections/outbreaks to IPAC/manager immediately, participating in
BLOODBORNEBloodborne in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
FOLLOWUPFollowup in IPAC practice involves systematic assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation. Staff trained on standards, procedures documented, outcomes monitored. Quality improvement when gaps identified. Aligns with accreditation requirements.
