PATHOGENPathogen 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.
RESERVOIRReservoir 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.
PORTALThe main tool is the Self-Harm Risk Assessment. This is completed as one of the Admission User Defined Assessments (UDAs) in Point Click Care (PCC) as part of the admission process. Specific examples and tools can be found in the policy portal, EHR system, department shared drives, or by c
TRANSMISSIONPersonal 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.
SUSCEPTIBLESusceptible 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.
BREAKWe collaborate through: joint planning and program development, shared service delivery, information sharing and referrals, participation in community health initiatives, coordinated response to public health issues (outbreaks, immunizations), shared training/education, regular communicati
PREVENTIONEvidence-based strategies to reduce adverse events. Risk factors identified, interventions implemented, effectiveness evaluated. Proactive approach improves outcomes and supports accreditation.
CONTROLMost responsible staff will document the assessment findings, and decision-making rationale in Caseworks and consult with infection control practitioner, as required.
IMMUNITYImmunity 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.
