MDC Accredited CPD On Infection Prevention And Control

Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a practical, evidence-based approach to prevent the spread of infections that harm patients and healthcare workers. IPC is an essential component of healthcare quality and patient safety. 

Patients with weakened immune systems have a greater risk of getting infections. Sometimes these infections can be life threatening. The easiest and most important thing you can do to prevent infection is to wash your hands.

Use soap and water if: 

• Your hands look dirty 
• You have touched blood or other body fluids 
• You are about to handle or prepare food 

At other times, you may use an alcohol-based gel. Both methods kill germs. 

How to wash with soap and water 

1. Get your hands wet. 
2. Squeeze a quarter-size amount of soap onto your hand. 
3. Work up a good lather. 
4. Rub your hands together for 15–20 seconds. Apply firm pressure as you rub. 
5. Wash the entire surface of your hands and wrists. Include the backs of hands, between fingers, fingertips, and nails. 
6. Rinse your hands with your palms down. 
7. Dry your hands with paper towels. If you are at home, a clean towel is fine. 
8. Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet and to open the exit door. 

When to wash your hands 

• After using the restroom 
• After changing a diaper or helping a child use the toilet 
• After direct contact with a patient, including your own child 
• Before entering and after leaving a patient’s room 
• After coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose
• After going outside 
• After touching pets 
• Before and after eating 
• Before and after feeding your child 

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