Saraya -Resident Infection Control: - PowerPoint Presentation

1. Saraya-ResidentInfection Control: Practice means preventionIn collaboration with Yale School of NursingVirginia Sherrick, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, RN-BC, CHSE, CNEJuly 2021

2. Welcome to the ToolkitWelcome to Infection Control: Practice means Prevention toolkit. We’ve developed this toolkit with the intention to provide training materials to the long-term care community in a format that is both informative and user-friendly. The information provided comes from the most recent versions of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the infection control practices.The following toolkits are available as part of this series: Resident, Family, Nurse, Administrator/CNO, and Specialized Contract Provider. Each toolkit is set up to provide information on Infection Control practices that are pertinent to the role that each person plays in the healthcare system.Each toolkit concludes with scenarios and questions for the participant to contemplate on their own or to discuss with a facilitator or within a group setting.

3. HandwashingThere are many people living in this home and there are many visitors coming into your home, including the staff. It is important for you and your visitors to understand the need to wash hands to prevent the spread of disease and infections.The number one way to prevent the spread of disease and infection is to regularly was your hands. This is true regardless of whether you are ill. As a resident in your own home, this can seem odd, if not invasive, for the staff to require and enforce handwashing.

4. How to wash your handsHandwashing is a simple technique to learn.Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap.Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice.Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.

5. Perform Hand HygieneHOW?Use alcohol-based hand rubUse soap and water if hands are visible soiledWash your hands for a minimum of 20 seconds covering all surfaces.WHEN?Before AND after touching your loved one or any other residentAfter leaving a resident’s environment

6. Standard PrecautionsStandard Precautions are a list of standards developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to prevent the spread of infection. We will review the most important sections that pertain to family members.https://www.cdc.gov/infectioncontrol/basics/standard-precautions.html

7. Standard PrecautionsThese are precautions that healthcare workers use everyday with every patient or resident that they work with.Things that YOU can do:Wash your hands regularlyReport symptoms of infection to your charge nurseFever, Chills, Cough, Sneeze, Diarrhea, Vomiting and otherFollow directions for wearing Personal Protective Equipment if told to wear itDo not remove anything (equipment, furniture, etc) from a precaution roomWhen a patient or resident has a known or suspected infection the precautions will be increased and a sign will be placed on their door to tell you what you should do. Always STOP and read the sign!

8. Will I need to wear PPE?You should always discuss any questions regarding your care with your nurse. They will be able to tell you if you need to wear PPE.Following the correct PPE will protect you, your loved ones, visitors, other residents, and the staff.Every situation is unique so you may see different PPE on the same unit but when you are asked to wear PPE it is important to comply.

9. Types of Personal Protective EquipmentThe staff will help you with correctly applying your PPE if it is needed.Types of PPEMaskN95SurgicalFace shieldGownGloves

10. There is a specific order to follow when putting on and taking off your PPE: You can watch a video HEREDONGownMaskN95Surgical Eye ProtectionFace ShieldGogglesGlovesDOFFGlovesGownLEAVE ROOMEye ProtectionFace ShieldGogglesMaskN95Surgical

11. Signs on the resident door: STOPStop before entering the roomTalk to the NurseObey the instructions providedPersonal Protective EquipmentAlthough the signs may look different depending upon your facility, your job is the same: STOP!

12. Help to prevent the spread of infection!Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing into a tissue.Use your upper sleeve or elbow when you don’t have a tissue.You may be asked to wear a facemask to protect others.Wash your hands often with soap and water or use hand sanitizer.

13. Scenario #1You live in a skilled nursing facility in a non-private room. Your roommate has been become increasingly ill over the last week. They have complained of having the chills and diarrhea. They have not told their nurse what is going on. What are some symptoms of infection that the nurse needs to be aware of?Why might your roommate be avoiding telling the nurse?Why might you not tell the nurse?

14. Scenario #2You live in an Assisted Living facility by yourself. Your spouse has recently passed away and miss them terribly. You have joined a bridge club at the facility that meets regularly and have found a group of friends that is easing this loss. You have been coughing more than usual and find it is difficult to walk to the bridge club. The nurse evaluates you, takes a culture, and lets you know you have the flu. You must stay in your apartment for some time.What are some ways that you can find out if you can have visitors and how to protect them?Who are the people that you can reach out to for social contact during this time?What are some ways to visit friends and family if you can’t see them in person?