This document outlines guidelines from the CDC for preventing infection spread in healthcare settings. It discusses two categories of precautions: Standard Precautions which should be used for all patient care, such as handwashing and gloves; and Additional Precautions for patients with diseases spread through specific routes like airborne or droplets, including masks, private rooms, and dedicated equipment cleaning. The goal is to educate healthcare workers on infection transmission and applying the proper precautions to protect patients and staff.
This presentation provide most of the basic principles of maintain sterilly in a sterile invasive procedure in an operating theatre. All operating theatre staff will find useful/relevant.
Universal precautions are defined as simple infection prevention control measures that reduces the risk of transmission of blood borne pathogens through exposure to blood and body fluids among patients and health care workers
The goal of asepsis is to prevent the contamination of the open surgical wound by isolating the operative site from the surrounding nonsterile environment.1 The surgical team accomplishes this by creating and maintaining the sterile field and by following aseptic principles aimed at preventing microorganisms from contaminating the surgical wound
Clean, aseptic and sterile
Examples of procedures
SCRIPT the procedure to clearly define what is expected and needed from all team members to reduce health care associated infections
Principles of Aseptic technique
This presentation provide most of the basic principles of maintain sterilly in a sterile invasive procedure in an operating theatre. All operating theatre staff will find useful/relevant.
Universal precautions are defined as simple infection prevention control measures that reduces the risk of transmission of blood borne pathogens through exposure to blood and body fluids among patients and health care workers
The goal of asepsis is to prevent the contamination of the open surgical wound by isolating the operative site from the surrounding nonsterile environment.1 The surgical team accomplishes this by creating and maintaining the sterile field and by following aseptic principles aimed at preventing microorganisms from contaminating the surgical wound
Clean, aseptic and sterile
Examples of procedures
SCRIPT the procedure to clearly define what is expected and needed from all team members to reduce health care associated infections
Principles of Aseptic technique
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Standard precautions are meant to reduce the risk of transmission of blood borne and other pathogens from both recognized and unrecognized sources.
They are the basic level of infection control precautions which are to be used, as a minimum, in the care of all patients.
Standard safety precautions are the basic infection prevention and control measures necessary to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious agent from both unrecognized and unrecognized sources of infection.
The elements of Standard Precautions include:
Hand hygiene.
Use of gloves and other barriers (e.g., mask, eye protection, face shield, gown).
Handling of patient care equipment and linen.
Environmental control.
Prevention of injury from sharps devices, and patient placement.
Respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette
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One of the most developed cities of India, the city of Chennai is the capital of Tamilnadu and many people from different parts of India come here to earn their bread and butter. Being a metropolitan, the city is filled with towering building and beaches but the sad part as with almost every Indian city
Global launch of the Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index 2nd wave – alongside...ILC- UK
The Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index is an online tool created by ILC that ranks countries on six metrics including, life span, health span, work span, income, environmental performance, and happiness. The Index helps us understand how well countries have adapted to longevity and inform decision makers on what must be done to maximise the economic benefits that comes with living well for longer.
Alongside the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva on 28 May 2024, we launched the second version of our Index, allowing us to track progress and give new insights into what needs to be done to keep populations healthier for longer.
The speakers included:
Professor Orazio Schillaci, Minister of Health, Italy
Dr Hans Groth, Chairman of the Board, World Demographic & Ageing Forum
Professor Ilona Kickbusch, Founder and Chair, Global Health Centre, Geneva Graduate Institute and co-chair, World Health Summit Council
Dr Natasha Azzopardi Muscat, Director, Country Health Policies and Systems Division, World Health Organisation EURO
Dr Marta Lomazzi, Executive Manager, World Federation of Public Health Associations
Dr Shyam Bishen, Head, Centre for Health and Healthcare and Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum
Dr Karin Tegmark Wisell, Director General, Public Health Agency of Sweden
India Clinical Trials Market: Industry Size and Growth Trends [2030] Analyzed...Kumar Satyam
According to TechSci Research report, "India Clinical Trials Market- By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2030F," the India Clinical Trials Market was valued at USD 2.05 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.64% through 2030. The market is driven by a variety of factors, making India an attractive destination for pharmaceutical companies and researchers. India's vast and diverse patient population, cost-effective operational environment, and a large pool of skilled medical professionals contribute significantly to the market's growth. Additionally, increasing government support in streamlining regulations and the growing prevalence of lifestyle diseases further propel the clinical trials market.
Growing Prevalence of Lifestyle Diseases
The rising incidence of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer is a major trend driving the clinical trials market in India. These conditions necessitate the development and testing of new treatment methods, creating a robust demand for clinical trials. The increasing burden of these diseases highlights the need for innovative therapies and underscores the importance of India as a key player in global clinical research.
Defecation
Normal defecation begins with movement in the left colon, moving stool toward the anus. When stool reaches the rectum, the distention causes relaxation of the internal sphincter and an awareness of the need to defecate. At the time of defecation, the external sphincter relaxes, and abdominal muscles contract, increasing intrarectal pressure and forcing the stool out
The Valsalva maneuver exerts pressure to expel faeces through a voluntary contraction of the abdominal muscles while maintaining forced expiration against a closed airway. Patients with cardiovascular disease, glaucoma, increased intracranial pressure, or a new surgical wound are at greater risk for cardiac dysrhythmias and elevated blood pressure with the Valsalva maneuver and need to avoid straining to pass the stool.
Normal defecation is painless, resulting in passage of soft, formed stool
CONSTIPATION
Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. Improper diet, reduced fluid intake, lack of exercise, and certain medications can cause constipation. For example, patients receiving opiates for pain after surgery often require a stool softener or laxative to prevent constipation. The signs of constipation include infrequent bowel movements (less than every 3 days), difficulty passing stools, excessive straining, inability to defecate at will, and hard feaces
IMPACTION
Fecal impaction results from unrelieved constipation. It is a collection of hardened feces wedged in the rectum that a person cannot expel. In cases of severe impaction the mass extends up into the sigmoid colon.
DIARRHEA
Diarrhea is an increase in the number of stools and the passage of liquid, unformed feces. It is associated with disorders affecting digestion, absorption, and secretion in the GI tract. Intestinal contents pass through the small and large intestine too quickly to allow for the usual absorption of fluid and nutrients. Irritation within the colon results in increased mucus secretion. As a result, feces become watery, and the patient is unable to control the urge to defecate. Normally an anal bag is safe and effective in long-term treatment of patients with fecal incontinence at home, in hospice, or in the hospital. Fecal incontinence is expensive and a potentially dangerous condition in terms of contamination and risk of skin ulceration
HEMORRHOIDS
Hemorrhoids are dilated, engorged veins in the lining of the rectum. They are either external or internal.
FLATULENCE
As gas accumulates in the lumen of the intestines, the bowel wall stretches and distends (flatulence). It is a common cause of abdominal fullness, pain, and cramping. Normally intestinal gas escapes through the mouth (belching) or the anus (passing of flatus)
FECAL INCONTINENCE
Fecal incontinence is the inability to control passage of feces and gas from the anus. Incontinence harms a patient’s body image
PREPARATION AND GIVING OF LAXATIVESACCORDING TO POTTER AND PERRY,
An enema is the instillation of a solution into the rectum and sig
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CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary gene-editing tool, holds immense potential to reshape medicine, agriculture, and our understanding of life. But like any powerful tool, it comes with ethical considerations.
Unveiling CRISPR: This naturally occurring bacterial defense system (crRNA & Cas9 protein) fights viruses. Scientists repurposed it for precise gene editing (correction, deletion, insertion) by targeting specific DNA sequences.
The Promise: CRISPR offers exciting possibilities:
Gene Therapy: Correcting genetic diseases like cystic fibrosis.
Agriculture: Engineering crops resistant to pests and harsh environments.
Research: Studying gene function to unlock new knowledge.
The Peril: Ethical concerns demand attention:
Off-target Effects: Unintended DNA edits can have unforeseen consequences.
Eugenics: Misusing CRISPR for designer babies raises social and ethical questions.
Equity: High costs could limit access to this potentially life-saving technology.
The Path Forward: Responsible development is crucial:
International Collaboration: Clear guidelines are needed for research and human trials.
Public Education: Open discussions ensure informed decisions about CRISPR.
Prioritize Safety and Ethics: Safety and ethical principles must be paramount.
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The dimensions of healthcare quality refer to various attributes or aspects that define the standard of healthcare services. These dimensions are used to evaluate, measure, and improve the quality of care provided to patients. A comprehensive understanding of these dimensions ensures that healthcare systems can address various aspects of patient care effectively and holistically. Dimensions of Healthcare Quality and Performance of care include the following; Appropriateness, Availability, Competence, Continuity, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Efficacy, Prevention, Respect and Care, Safety as well as Timeliness.
2. Introduction
• This lesson covers the guidelines developed by the U.S. Centers for
Disease Control (CDC) in 1996 for preventing the spread of infection.
• These guidelines are in two sections, called 1. Standard Precautions
and 2. Additional Precautions, and are designed especially for
healthcare workers.
3. Learning Objectives
At the end of this session, you will:
1. Understand the four disease transmission categories.
2. Understand Standard Precautions and how and when they should
be used.
3. Understand Additional Precautions and how and when they should
be used.
4. Be able to apply this understanding at work.
4. Disease transmission
Four ways diseases are passed around:
A—Airborne transmission: Airborne germs can travel long distances through the air and are
breathed in by people. Examples of diseases caused by airborne germs: TB, chickenpox.
B—Bloodborne transmission: The blood of an infected person somehow comes in contact with the
bloodstream of another person, allowing germs from the infected person into the other person’s
bloodstream. Blood and bloodborne germs are sometimes present in other body fluids, such as
urine, feces, saliva, and vomit. Examples of diseases caused by bloodborne germs: AIDS, hepatitis.
C—Contact transmission: Touching certain germs can cause the spread of disease. Sometimes you
touch an infected person, having direct contact with the germ. Sometimes you touch an object that
has been handled by an infected person, having indirect contact with the infection. Examples of
diseases caused by contact germs: pinkeye, scabies, wound infections, MRSA.
D—Droplet transmission: Some germs can only travel short distances through the air, usually not
more than three feet. Sneezing, coughing, and talking can spread these germs. Examples of diseases
caused by droplet germs: flu, pneumonia.
5. Standard Precautions
1. Wash hands
• After touching blood, body fluids, or objects contaminated by blood or body fluids. Do this even if you were
wearing gloves.
• After removing gloves.
• Between each client’s care.
2. Wear gloves
• Whenever you touch blood, body fluids, or contaminated objects.
• Before touching a client’s broken skin or mucous membranes (mouth, nose), put on clean gloves.
• Change gloves between tasks and between each client’s care. Dirty gloves spread germs, just like dirty hands!
3. Wear a gown, mask, and goggles
• If you know you might get splashed with blood or body fluids. Use a waterproof gown if you might get heavily
splashed.
• Remove dirty protective clothing as soon as you can and wash your hands afterward.
4. Keep everything clean
• Clean up spills as soon as possible.
6. USE STANDARD PRECAUTIONS FOR ALL CLIENT CARE.
THIS IS BASIC INFECTION CONTROL FOR BLOODBORNE DISEASES
TO PROTECT YOU AND YOUR CLIENTS.
7. Standard Precautions for handling objects
1. Clean any equipment that has been used by one client before giving it to another
client. Follow your facility’s cleaning procedures.
2. Use disposable equipment only once.
3. Dirty linens should be rolled, not shaken, and should be held away from your
body. Linens soiled with body fluids can be washed with other laundry, using your
facility’s procedures.
4. No special precautions are needed for dishes or silverware. Normal dish soap
and hot water (water temperature must be hot enough to meet State
requirements) will kill germs.
5. Change cleaning rags and sponges frequently.
6. Stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, and thermometers should be cleaned
between each use, using your facility’s procedures.
8. Standard Precautions for handling objects
7. Dispose of dangerous waste such as needles VERY CAREFULLY. Needles and other sharp
devices should go into clearly marked puncture-proof SHARPS containers, NOT the regular
trash container! DO NOT RECAP used needles—put them in the puncture-proof container
without the cap on.
8. Trash that is contaminated with germs, such as wound dressings, should be disposed of
according to your facility’s procedures.
9. Any container marked “Biohazard” is only for discarding contaminated waste—don’t
remove anything from it! If you must handle anything in the container, always use gloves.
Don’t put your hand in anything that contains needles or other sharp objects.
10. Check your gloves and other protective clothing frequently. If you see tears or holes,
remove the gloves, wash your hands, and apply clean gloves.
TIP: Don’t touch your face (nose, mouth, eyes) when giving client care, unless you
remove your gloves and wash your hands first. Protect yourself from infection.
9. Additional Precautions
If you know that a client has a disease that is spread in one of the following ways,
use these extra precautions:
1. Airborne
• The client should have a private room, possibly one with a special air filter.
• Keep the client’s room door closed.
• Wear a mask. If the client has, or might have, tuberculosis, wear a special
respiratory mask (ask your supervisor). A regular mask will not protect you.
• Remind the client to cover nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing.
• Ask the client to wear a mask if he or she wants or needs to be around others.
10. Additional Precautions (cont)
2. Contact
• The client should be in a private room, but the door may stay open.
• Put gloves on before entering the room.
• Change gloves after touching a contaminated object (bed linens, clothes, wound
dressings).
• Remove gloves right before leaving the room. Don’t touch anything else until you
wash your hands. Wash your hands ASAP!
• Wear a gown in the room if the client has drainage, has diarrhea, or is
incontinent. Remove the gown right before leaving the room.
• Use a disinfectant to clean stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, or any other
equipment used on the infected client.
11. Additional Precautions (continued)
3. Droplet
• The client should be in a private room, but the door may stay open.
• Wear a mask when working close to the client (within three feet).
• Ask the client to wear a mask if he or she wants or needs to be around others.
Handwashing rule: Rub hands together with soap and running water for at least
20 seconds. Germicidal gels are not enough!
USE ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS IN ADDITION TO STANDARD PRECAUTIONS WHEN A
CLIENT HAS AN ILLNESS REQUIRING EXTRA INFECTION CONTROL MEASURES.