COVIDInfection prevention in LTC includes: hand hygiene using 4 Moments framework, appropriate PPE based on precautions, environmental cleaning (high-touch surfaces 2-3 times daily), safe handling of laundry and waste, respiratory etiquette education for residents/visitors, isolation precaution
SCREENINGClient self-referrals are triaged using our initial screening tool. Referrals from organizations include clinical info and may have different priority pathways. Both are logged, acknowledged within 2 business days, and followed up with intake assessment.
TESTINGPPE training during orientation includes selection based on precaution type (Contact, Droplet, Airborne), proper donning/doffing sequence, N95 fit-testing for respirator-eligible staff, and safe disposal procedures. Annual competency validation through return demonstration observed by educ
ISOLATIONInfection control measures beyond routine practices. Types include contact, droplet, airborne based on transmission route. Signage, PPE, dedicated equipment, environmental cleaning per protocol. Duration per guidelines.
AEROSOLAerosol 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.
VENTILATIONVentilation 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.
MASKINGMasking 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.
COHORTOur outbreak management includes: early detection through surveillance, notification to IPAC lead and Public Health, outbreak declaration, implementation of control measures (isolation, cohorting, enhanced cleaning), communication to staff/clients/families, increased monitoring, coordinati
VACCINATIONWe prevent infections through: hand hygiene compliance monitoring, appropriate PPE use, environmental cleaning and disinfection protocols, aseptic technique for procedures, surveillance and monitoring, outbreak management, vaccination programs, antimicrobial stewardship, and staff educatio
VARIANTVariant 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.
