Infection Control Measures
by MADHURIMA GOPINATH
1. Environmental Control
1.1. Cleaning and Disinfection Protocols High-Touch Surfaces Equipment and Instruments
1.2. Waste Management Sharps Disposal Biohazard Waste
2. Patient Education
2.1. Importance of Hand Hygiene Proper Use of PPE Awareness of Symptoms and Reporting
3. Surveillance and Monitoring
3.1. Infection Rates Tracking Compliance Audits Feedback and Improvement
4. Training and Education
4.1. Regular Staff Training Updates on Protocols Simulation and Drills
5. Standard Precautions
5.1. Hand Hygiene
5.1.1. **When to Wash Hands** Before/After Patient Contact Before/After Eating After Using the Restroom
5.1.2. **Techniques** Soap and Water Alcohol-Based Hand Rubs
5.2. PPE
5.2.1. **Types and Uses** Gloves Masks (Surgical, N95) Gowns (Isolation, Aprons) Eye Protection (Goggles, Face Shields)
5.2.2. **Proper Donning and Doffing** Techniques Disposal
6. Transmission-Based Precautions
6.1. Contact Precautions
6.1.1. Safe Injection Practices
6.1.1.1. Use of Single-Use Syringes Proper Needle Disposal Avoiding Recapping Needles
6.2. Droplet Precautions
6.2.1. Respiratory Hygiene