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Infection Prevention and Control in Dentistry Ellen Barbarella, CDA, RDA, FA DAA, M. Ed. POB 935 Nutting Lake, MA 01865 Suggested Resources periodically update this handout to access the most update

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1. Step 1: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
2. Step 2: Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, and gowns as necessary.
3. Step 3: Adhere to proper respiratory hygiene by covering your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when coughing or sneezing.
4. Step 4: Clean and disinfect frequently-touched surfaces and objects regularly.
5. Step 5: Follow standard precautions and guidelines set by healthcare authorities or your organization.
6. Step 6: Educate yourself about infection prevention and control practices and stay updated on the latest recommendations.
7. Step 7: Report any potential infections or outbreaks promptly to the relevant authorities.
8. Step 8: Practice proper hand hygiene before and after patient interactions or handling potentially infectious materials.
9. Step 9: Encourage vaccination for diseases that have available vaccines.
10. Step 10: Promote a culture of infection prevention and control through proper training, communication, and awareness.

Who needs infection prevention and control?

1. Healthcare workers such as doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals.
2. Patients in healthcare settings, especially those who are immunocompromised or have underlying health conditions.
3. Visitors in healthcare facilities.
4. Students and teachers in schools.
5. Workers in high-risk occupations, such as those handling hazardous materials or working in crowded environments.
6. Individuals living or working in close quarters, such as nursing home residents or prison inmates.
7. People traveling to regions with high infection rates.
8. Anyone who wants to protect themselves and others from infectious diseases and promote public health.

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What is infection prevention and control?

Infection prevention and control refers to the measures and practices put in place to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.

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Healthcare facilities and providers are required to file infection prevention and control measures.

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Infection prevention and control measures can be filled out by documenting protocols, procedures, and data related to preventing infections.

What is the purpose of infection prevention and control?

The purpose of infection prevention and control is to protect patients, healthcare workers, and the community from preventable infections.

What information must be reported on infection prevention and control?

Information such as infection rates, hand hygiene compliance, use of personal protective equipment, and outbreak investigations must be reported on infection prevention and control.