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inpatient infection control CHECKLIST

I. Patient Assessment

Review patient history for any signs of infection.

Conduct a thorough physical examination.

Assess risk factors for infection (e.g., age, comorbidities).

II. Hand Hygiene

Ensure hand washing with soap and water or use of hand sanitizer before and after patient contact.

Encourage staff and visitors to practice hand hygiene.

III. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Verify appropriate PPE is available (gloves, masks, gowns, eye protection).

Ensure staff are trained on proper PPE usage and disposal.

IV. Environmental Cleaning

Establish a cleaning schedule for patient rooms and common areas.

Use approved disinfectants for surfaces and equipment.

Monitor compliance with cleaning protocols.

V. Equipment Sterilization

Ensure proper sterilization of reusable medical equipment.

Use single-use items wherever possible.

VI. Isolation Precautions

Identify patients requiring isolation based on infection type (e.g., contact, droplet, airborne).

Post appropriate signage outside patient rooms.

VII. Staff Education and Training

Provide ongoing infection control training for all healthcare staff.

Review updates on infection control policies and procedures regularly.

VIII. Surveillance and Reporting

Monitor infection rates within the facility.

Report any outbreaks or unusual infection trends to the infection control team.

IX. Antibiotic Stewardship

Review antibiotic prescriptions for appropriateness.

Educate staff on the importance of antibiotic stewardship.

X. Patient and Family Education

Inform patients and families about infection prevention practices.

Provide resources on recognizing signs of infection.

XI. Post-Discharge Planning

Assess infection risks upon discharge.

Provide discharge instructions related to infection prevention and follow-up care.

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