Student Full Name: Nguyen Ngoc Minh Han

Student ID: 20230856

Trainer/Assessor: Mrs.ESTER LOPEZ SANTOS

Assessment Task 1
HLTINF006 - Apply basic principles and practices of
infection prevention and control

CYCLE A – SAFE PRACTICES

CHC33021Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Table of Contents
Assessment Outline..................................................................................................................................... 3
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions................................................................................................. 4
Assessment Task 1: Assessor Checklist................................................................................................... 13

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 Assessment Outline

QUALIFICATION/S:

CHC33021 - Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

HLTINF006 - Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

Assessment Tasks and Plan

You are required to complete all assessment tasks.

The due dates for each task are listed below. Your trainer will give you the date applicable to your term
of study in Week 1 of term.

Assessment Task Term Due Date

Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions Friday Week 4

Please note that in addition to completion of the above task, to achieve competency, you will need to
complete the required work placement terms and associated assessments.

Assessment Instructions and Guide

Before starting your assessment, make sure you do the following:

- Read all questions and tasks carefully and complete in your own words.
- Use student textbooks and readings to support your answers,
- If you are unsure of any tasks, ask your trainer for further explanation,
- Answer EVERY question,

Before submitting your assessment, make sure you have completed the following:
- Answer EVERY question in EVERY task,
- Label all electronic files clearly, with the assessment task number, full name and date, eg. AS1
Sally Smith 01/02/2022,
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 Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions

TASK SUMMARY:
This task requires you to complete a series of short answer questions in relation to apply basic
principles and practices of infection prevention and control.

RESOURCES AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS TASK

● Access to your Structured Study Plan and Self-Directed Learning Plan

● Access to assessment template (Learning Portal Area)

● Access to textbooks and other learning materials.

● Access to a computer and the Internet

INSTRUCTIONS:
Knowledge questions are designed to help you demonstrate the knowledge which you have
acquired during the learning phase of this unit. Ensure that you:

● comply with the due date for assessment which your assessor will provide

● adhere with ALG’s submission guidelines

● answer all questions completely and correctly

● submit work which is original and, where necessary, properly referenced

● submit a completed cover sheet with your work

● avoid sharing your answers with other students.

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 Questions
Provide answers to all of the questions below:

Question 1:

Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of the causes of infection.
(at least 50 words each)

Answer below:

a. Explain bacteria and
bacterial spores and their
role in infection.
When bacteria enter your body and cause bacterial illnesses,
your body mounts an immune defense against them as they
grow. The spore is the most infectious form of these bacteria.
Diseases arise from the germination of metabolically active
reproducing organisms once within a host, aided by specific
signals.

b. What is the difference
between harmless
microorganisms and
pathogens?
Most of the microorganisms in the environment are benign or
non-pathogenic, and they are very helpful in the
manufacturing of antibiotics, lactic acid, alcohol, butter, and
cheese. On the other hand, a pathogen is an organism that
causes disease in its host. In addition to other taxonomically
varied creatures, viruses, bacteria, and unicellular and
multicellular eukaryotes are examples of pathogens.

c. How do fungi cause Fungal infections frequently begin in the lungs or on the skin
infection? because certain fungi multiply by dispersing microscopic
spores that might be inhaled or get on you

d. List the three main classes The three main classes of parasites that can cause disease
of parasites that can cause are the Protozoa, Helminths, and Ectoparasites
disease in humans.

e. What type of parasite are Helminths parasites

worms such as tapeworms
and roundworms?

f. List two types of parasitic Acanthamoebiasis and Trichomoniasis

infections.

g. Explain how viruses cause Similar to hijackers, viruses infiltrate live, healthy cells and use
infections and list three them as a means of replication to produce more viruses that
types of viruses. resemble their own. This can cause illness by damaging,
killing, infecting, or changing the cells.

Question 2:

Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of the process of colonisation, infection
and disease. (at least 50 words each)

Answer below:

a. Provide a brief definition of "Colonization" describes the microbial presence on a body

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 the term ‘colonisation’.
b. Explain how infection works.
c. Explain how disease occurs.
d. Do people who are colonised
usually know that they may
be spreading illness? Explain
why or why not.
Question 3:
Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of the chain of infection. (30- 50 words
each)
Answer below:
a. Explain the term ‘infectious
agent’.
b. Provide three examples of
infectious agents.
c. Explain how the degree of
exposure to pathogens can
impact your risk of infection.
d. List the six links in the chain
of infection.
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surface (skin, mouth, intestines, or airways) without the
bacteria actually infecting the host. When a pathogen
establishes itself at the appropriate portal of entrance, it
starts a microbial infection, which is also known as
colonization.
Human infections are often caused by bacteria, viruses, or the
growth and dissemination of microorganisms within the body.
Potential germs include viruses, bacteria, yeast, fungi, and
other microorganisms. Anywhere in the body can become
infected, and they have the ability to spread everywhere.
Depending on where an infection starts, it may cause fever
and other health problems.
Pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites,
are responsible for causing diseases in humans. These
illnesses have the potential to spread among individuals.
Other diseases can be contracted from contaminated food or
water, interaction with living things in the environment, or
exposure to animals or insects
People who have been colonized are unaware that they are
spreading the infection to others by coming into contact with
them whether on purpose or accidentally through person-to-
person contact or infected surfaces in public areas. Although
a colonized individual does not display overt symptoms of
illness, they may nonetheless introduce bacteria into the
environment through routine daily activities.
Infectious agents are organisms that have the potential to
spread an infection or an infectious disease. They consist of
bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites, and fungi. Because of the
range of duties they undertake on the job and the possibility
of contamination, healthcare staff are at a significant risk of
infection.
Three examples of infectious agents are bacteria, virus and
fungi.
A pathogen that may infect hosts that are distantly related to
it would require a range of techniques to enter the host and
cause harm, in contrast to a pathogen with a high degree of
host specificity, which may have extremely specialized
mechanisms of infection.
The infectious agent, reservoir, portal of entrance, route of
transmission, and, finally, vulnerable host are the six links in
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 the chain of infection.

e. What does the term The reservoir is the area where an infectious agent usually
‘reservoir’ mean? develops, multiplies, and survives. Reservoirs include the
environment, animals, and people.

f. For each of the following categories, provide two examples for each reservoir.

People, animals and birds brucellosis (cows and pigs), anthrax (sheep)

Blood and bodily fluids Droplet spread such as pertussis

Through cuts or wound - hepatitis

Food, water and soil Staphylococcus aureus and Clostridium botulinum are
pathogens that can be found in your food

Waste Trash and medical waste that are not properly managed can
result in pneumonia and diarrhea.

Other vectors Mosquito(dengue) and lice (Bartonella Quintana infection)

g. Explain the term ‘portal of
exit’.
A pathogen exiting a reservoir through a portal is referred to
as an exit portal. Anything emerging from the gastrointestinal
or urinary systems, as well as blood and respiratory
secretions, could serve as a human reservoir's portal of
departure.

h. Provide three examples of via vomiting, sneezing and sexual transmission

portals of exit.

i. Explain the term There are several ways in which an infectious agent,
‘transmission’. sometimes called a pathogen, can travel from one person,
thing, or animal to another; these are called transmission
techniques.

j. Provide three examples of Skin-to-skin contact, kissing, and sexual contact are all
‘direct contact’ examples of direct contact
transmission.

k. Provide three examples of Surface or object contamination, penetrating wounds, and

‘indirect contact’ vectors
transmission.

l. What does the term ‘portal The portal of entrance is the means by which an infection
of entry’ mean? might get inside a host that is susceptible to attack. A couple
of instances of how an organism can enter are through
inhalation and absorption.

m. Provide three examples of -breathing through your nose, mouth, and respiratory system
portals of entry. -via mucous tissues, such as the eyes
-consuming food or liquids via the digestive tract

n. Explain the term ‘susceptible Susceptible host is a person who is more prone to contract an
host’. infectious agent when exposed to one due to alterations in
their immune system's defenses. A person who has a

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o. List five groups of people
who may be at higher risk of
infection.
p. Explain how infections can
be caused by penetrating
injuries.
q. List two types of infections
that can be caused by
penetrating injuries.
Question 4:
Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of personal hygiene practices. (30-50
words each)
Answer below:
Guidelines for the Prevention
and Control of Infection
a. How to hand wash
b. How to hand rub using an
alcohol-based rub
c. Explain when hand hygiene
should be performed with
soap and water rather than
alcohol-based rub.
d. If you need to wear gloves,
what procedures do you
need to follow in regard to
hand hygiene?
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weakened immune system, is elderly, or is a newborn who is
susceptible to the infectious agent
-Elderly Individuals
-Immunocompromised Individuals
-Individuals with Chronic Health Conditions
-Pregnant Women
-Young Children and Infants
Personnel working in veterinary clinics may come into contact
with infections from cutting instruments they use, and they
may also get tetanus from wounds that penetrate the skin.
Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B are types of infections that
can be caused by penetrating injuries.
Description of procedure
Hands-wash under running water. Make sure you cover all of
your hands with liquid or soap. Rub your hands together for a
minimum of 20 seconds. Cover everything, being cautious to
get in between your fingers and the backs of your hands.
After washing your hands and making sure all of the soap has
been removed, turn off the faucet using the towel or paper
towel. Use an air drier, paper towel, or clean hand towel
Use a cupped hand to apply a palmful of the substance,
covering all surfaces; Massage hands from palm to palm; With
fingers interlaced, place right palm over left dorsum and vice
versa; palm to palm with entwined fingers, rotational rubbing,
back and forth, while holding the fingers of the right hand in
the palm of the lef
If your hands are plainly dirty, polluted with proteinaceous
material, visibly stained with blood or other body fluids, or if
exposure to spore-forming organisms is strongly suspected
or confirmed, wash them with soap and water instead of using
an alcohol-based rub.
Wash your hands both before and after putting on the gloves.
Please remember that cleansing or washing your hands is still
necessary even when wearing gloves.
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 e. List three situations when
hand hygiene should be
performed.
f. Why is non-intact skin an
issue and what should you
do if you have a cut or
abrasion?
g. Outline best practice
infection control guidelines
for fingernails.
h. Explain infection control
guidelines relevant to
jewellery and watches.
i. Why is it important to wear
clean clothing and uniforms
when starting a work shift or
if your clothing becomes
contaminated?
j. Provide one example of
when you should wear a
protective apron or gown.
k. Explain three principles to
follow when laundering
soiled work clothing.
l. Should you go to work when
you are ill? Explain your
answer.
m. Outline what you can do to
maintain hand integrity.
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-Prior to preparing or eating food
-After you've cleared a child's nose, blown your own, or
sneezed
-When they are visibly filthy
Intact skin serves as the first line of defense against infection.
Damaged or non-intact skin may contain more bacteria than
undamaged skin, in addition to raising the risk of transmission
to others.
Finally, look for any signs of infection. Wash your hands, halt
or lessen the bleeding, sanitize the site, apply petroleum jelly
or an antibiotic, wrap the wound, replace the dressing, and
get a tetanus vaccine.
Keep the tips of your fingers tidy and short. Wearing artificial
fingernails or nail lacquer with elaborate embellishments is
strongly discouraged. It is best to remove any damaged or
older than four days nail paint.
Wearing a watch or piece of jewelry on the wrist may make it
more difficult to properly wash your hands and dry your skin,
which could result in a patient and healthcare practitioner
contracting the same infection.
One of the main objectives of clothing and uniform hygiene is
to lessen the risk of cross-contamination. Both
microbiological and physical contamination might put your
workplace at risk when it comes to uniforms and other
apparel.
PPE is used in healthcare settings to shield healthcare
personnel from infectious agents from patients and to reduce
the chance that they would infect patients with germs.
It is necessary to take the standard precautions while
handling filthy or worn clothing. To reduce the risk of coming
into contact with bodily fluids when handling used or soiled
clothing, the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
must be worn. Leak-proof bags should be used to contain
bodily fluids or other potentially leaky fluids before placing
excessively soiled clothing into a normal fabric linen bag
No, your illness won't improve your performance at work; on
the contrary, it will impede it. You incur the danger of
infecting or exposing others when you report sick to work.
It is not necessary to regularly wash hands with soap and
water before and after giving them an alcohol-based hand
massage in order to maintain the integrity of the hands. To
lessen the likelihood of skin irritation and dryness, use hand
sanitizer that contains skin emollients.
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 Question 5:

List the five moments of hand hygiene:

Answer below:

1. BEFORE A PROCEDURE

2. BEFORE TOUCHING A PATIENT

3. AFTER TOUCHING A PATIENT

4. AFTER A PROCEDURE OR BODY FLUID EXPOSURE RISK

5. AFTER TOUCHING A PATIENT'S SURROUNDINGS

Question 6:

Outline four principles of respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette. (at least 50 words)

Answer below:

1. Keep your hands clean.

2. Use the nearest trash can to discard your used tissue after use

3. Whenever you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue.

4. If there are sinks available, make sure hand hygiene supplies are on hand, and position hand
rub dispensers with an alcohol base in handy spots.

Question 7:

Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of safe and effective personal
protective equipment (PPE). (30-50 words each)

Answer below:

Describe a workplace circumstance in which the PPE

PPE would be used.

a. Gloves Wearing gloves is essential while handling hazardous

chemicals and other materials because they protect hands
against contamination and disease. When selecting protective
gloves, one should examine the hazards involved.

b. Gowns and waterproof As part of routine and contact precautions, isolation gowns
aprons are used to protect the clothing and arms of healthcare
professionals. Only as a usual precaution when it is expected
that there will be blood or body fluid contact are gowns worn.

c. Wearing masks Wearing a mask provides a physical barrier against germs and
keeps the wearer from breathing in potentially contagious

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d. Wearing protective eyewear
and face shields
Question 8:
Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of the different types and grades of
masks. (30-50 words each)
Answer below:
Type of mask
a. Cloth mask
b. Utility mask
c. Surgical mask
d. P2/N95 respirators (no
external valve)
e. Surgical P2/N95
respirators (no external
valve)
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droplets into the atmosphere, which should minimize the
amount of circulating viruses that could infect others.
The Pathogens Standard defines possible contamination as
the creation of splatters, splashes, sprays, drops of blood, or
other potentially infectious materials. Protection for the eyes
and face must be used whenever there is a possibility that
mucous membranes could become polluted.
Medical grade? Single use or reusable?
It is not medical grade, does Reusable
not create a tight seal around
the wearer's face, and merely
provides a lower level of
protection against viruses in
aerosols and droplets.
Although it is not a medical Single Use
grade mask, it can help stop
the transmission of infected
people and create a physical
barrier between the wearer
and the environment by
covering the mouth and nose.
Medical grade , depending on Single Use
the degree of fluid resistance
and protection, is categorized
as Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3
under Therapeutic Goods
Administration regulation.
There needs to be a label on
the box with the rating.
hugs the mouth and nose Single Use
tightly, providing the wearer
with the highest defense
against biological airborne
particles like bacteria and
viruses. A mask of medical
quality
A mask of the medical kind is Single Use
used in more dangerous
circumstances and is not
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community or broader public.
N95 respirators can remove at
least 95% of aerosols.

Question 9:

Surgical masks have three levels. Briefly explain when you would use each level of mask. (30-50
words each)

Answer below:

Level of surgical mask When would you use it?

a. Level 1 Masks classified as Level 1 only offer minimal barrier protection. Sprays,
aerosols, and fluids are not allowed; only general use is

b. Level 2 The recommended exposure and contact range for these masks is mild
to moderate. The majority of people should get a Level 2 mask to
guarantee their security and safety.

c. Level 3 Maximum barrier defense is used when there's a substantial chance of

fluids, spray, or liquids getting inside

Question 10:

There are different types of gloves that can be worn as PPE. Briefly explain when you would use
each type of glove. (30-50 words each)

Answer below:

Type of gloves When would you use it?

a. Non-sterile You should safeguard yourself by using non-sterile gloves if there's a

chance you'll come into touch with blood, bodily fluids, potentially
infected items, mucous membranes, or non-unintellected skin.

b. Sterile gloves Sterile gloves are devoid of any microbes. They are required for all
invasive surgeries as well as any situation in which there is a possibility
of contact with sterile areas, tissues, or internal organs.

c. Reusable utility Reusable gloves offer significantly superior protection than disposable
gloves ones since they are often thicker. Their increased thickness,
nevertheless, may lessen their touch sensitivity and dexterity.

Question 11:

List the two types of suitable eye protection.

Answer below:

1. Googles

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 2. Face shields

Question 12:

There are different types of gowns and aprons that can be worn as PPE. Briefly explain when you
would use each type. (30-50 words each)

Answer below:

Type of gown/apron When would you use it?

a. Plastic apron It was employed because of its resistance to liquids. Medical students
are among the non-medical users of this apron. Medical students need
this apron to protect themselves from the materials they deal with in
the lab, where they often perform a variety of operations.

b. Gown Medical gowns are used to shield the wearer from the spread of
disease-causing microorganisms in the event that they come into
contact with potentially contagious liquids or solids.

c. Full body gown Full body gowns are changed in between patients and immediately
after a task or operation is completed. When there is a possibility of
significant blood or other bodily fluid flowing, like in an operating room,
full body gowns are used.

d. Sterile gown They are usually made from an impermeable material or a tightly
woven, water-resistant fabric, and they have been shown to reduce
the number of microorganisms in operating rooms. Sterile surgical
gowns are placed over the operating team's scrub suits during surgical
procedures to maintain a sterile surgical environment and reduce the
possibility of pathogen transmission to patients and staff.

Question 13:

Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of the correct techniques and
sequence for applying, fitting, and removing PPE. (30-50 words each)

Answer below:

a. List the correct order that Put on your gown first, then your mask, your gloves, and finally
you would put on eyewear, goggles or a face shield.
mask, gown, and gloves.

b. List the correct order to First take off your gloves, then your face shield, then your
remove the above four PPE gown, and finally your mask
items.

c. Why is it important to be When worn properly, personal protective equipment (PPE)

mindful of the risk of forms a barrier that keeps pathogens like bacteria and viruses
transmission even when away from your skin, mouth, nose, and eyes. Pollutants from
putting on, wearing and biological fluids, blood, or respiratory secretions may not be
removing PPE? able to get through the barrier.

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 d. Provide an example of how
transmission can occur if
PPE is not worn properly or
removed properly.
e. When should gowns and
aprons be removed?
f. How should PPE properly
be disposed of?
Question 14:
Complete the table below to demonstrate your knowledge of safe cleaning procedures. (30-50
words each)
Answer below:
a. Describe a piece of
equipment that could be
used for cleaning floors
and the frequency of
cleaning.
b. Describe a piece of
equipment that could be
used for cleaning general
surfaces and the frequency
of cleaning.
c. Explain what ‘terminal
cleaning’ means.
d. What does ‘reprocessing’
mean?
e. In the context of
reprocessing, explain what
critical equipment means
and provide an example.
f. In the context of
reprocessing, explain what
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When PPE is worn incorrectly, it can be hazardous for an
individual and even the entire workplace since it disregards
safety precautions and increases the chance of receiving cuts
and punctures or breathing in contaminated or polluted air.
Used gowns and aprons should be thrown away after usage.
Always wash your hands after removing your gloves, gown,
and apron.
After being completely cleaned, PPE can be disposed of with
regular garbage. PPE exposed to chemicals must be disposed
of in compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local laws
as well as the directions included on the label of any pesticide
product.
Cleaning is often completed with detergent, water, and
agitation. After that, clean water is used to wash and rinse the
detergent and apparent dirt. Detergent chemicals are used to
get rid of dirt and oil, but they don't kill bacteria or other
microorganisms.
Warm water and detergent are a good combination to clean
most surfaces since they remove visible dirt and pollutants
while also effectively decontaminating adjacent areas and
equipment.
Terminal cleaning, sometimes referred to as an infectious
clean, is a comprehensive and enhanced cleaning method that
decontaminates the area after a patient with an infectious or
communicable condition has been discharged or transferred
Reprocessing is the term used to describe the steps required to
ensure that an RMD is safe for the intended application.
Reprocessing comprises multiple stages, such as assembling,
functional testing, cleaning, and inspection.
Among the essential medical supplies are urinary catheters,
surgical forceps, scalpels, implants, and biopsy instruments.
Prioritizing sterilization over cleaning is necessary for essential
equipment. Critical equipment that can be reprocessed
includes items that come into contact with the vascular
system and other sterile body components.
These are medical instruments or gadgets that come into
contact with mucous membranes or nonintact skin but don't
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 semi-critical equipment usually puncture them, such as specula, transrectal probes,
means and provide an and respiratory treatment equipment.
example.

g. In the context of Non-essential patient care products include crutches, laptops,

reprocessing, explain what blood pressure monitors, and bedpans. Unlike critical and some
non-critical equipment semi-critical items, most noncritical reusable products can be
means and provide an decontaminated where they are used and do not need to be
example. moved to a central processing center.

h. Explain how used linen
should be handled.
Put every piece of linen in a leak-proof laundry bag. Sorting is
not necessary at all. But you must change your bed linens
often and thoroughly. Wheelchairs, stretchers, and treatment
or transportation tables need to have their linens changed in
between each patient.

Question 15:

Explain the procedure you should follow for managing a blood or bodily spill. (30-50 words)

Answer below:

The process usually involves removing the spill as soon as possible, putting on the appropriate
PPE, cleaning with detergent, wiping with absorbent paper towels, mopping the area after it has
been cleaned, and then cleaning and dry mopping the area. If needed, signage may also be used to
mark the spill.

Question 16:

Explain the procedure that should be followed for handling and disposing of sharps. (30-50 words)

Answer below:

Sharps disposal applies to needles, syringes, blades, and lancets that have come into contact with
blood or other biological fluids. To prevent them from contaminating other garbage, they must be
disposed of in a sharps waste container that is as close to the point of creation as is practical.

Question 17:

List the six parties to whom you may need to report infection control risks and incidents when
working in community services. For each one, explain why it would be important. (30-50 words
each)

Answer below:

1. Involving the person in charge of the patient is regarded as an essential patient safety
precaution. The extent to which patients and families may contribute to infection prevention,
as well as their specific roles, engagement strategies, and reporting of infection control risks,
are all unclear.

2. Each local health responsible authority shall determine the need for routine reporting of
infection control risks and events in compliance with directives from higher authorities. It is

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 vital to establish procedures that outline who is responsible for reporting, what kind of report
is required, and how reports are forwarded to the next higher authority.

3. As a caregiver, it is your duty to identify, create, and implement best practices for personal
hygiene, infection control, and reporting. If there is a localized infection or a global pandemic,
your coworkers will come to you for guidance in controlling and eliminating any potential
infectious threats.

4. Healthcare workers have three key responsibilities: maintaining institutional policy

competency, adhering to evidence-based best practice guidelines, and maintaining secure
infection prevention and control processes.

5. Supervisorassist management in identifying the key issues at work and in creating enhanced
workflows and worker safety protocols. Following a near-miss, unexpected occurrence,
awareness event, or unpleasant event, incident reports should be filed right away.

6. By reporting infections to a general practitioner, illnesses can be stopped or avoided from

spreading in healthcare settings. Depending on the type of healthcare setting, you could
receive more detailed recommendations in addition to an outline of how diseases spread.

Question 18:

Complete the table to demonstrate your knowledge of the principles of asepsis. (30-50 words
each)

Answer below:

a. In one sentence explain Patients undergoing invasive medical procedures can be kept free
what asepsis or aseptic from infection by practicing asepsis, which is the total eradication
means. of dangerous bacteria, viruses, and fungus. When something is
aseptic, it means that it is free of potentially harmful bacteria.

b. What is the goal of The aseptic method seeks to get rid of all bacteria. When possible,
aseptic technique as the clean procedure aims to reduce the amount of germs present.
opposed to the goal of Clean practices are recommended for all healthcare providers and
the clean technique? their patients since they assist prevent infections on a daily basis.

c. List the four elements of A sterile work location, proper personal hygiene, sterile reagents
the aseptic technique. and media, and sterile handling are the four components of
aseptic procedures.

Question 19:

Complete the table to demonstrate your knowledge of waste management procedures. (30-50
words each)

Answer below:

a. Describe what general General garbage containers are used to dispose of rubbish that
waste is and how it cannot be recycled or reused, does not pose a risk to the public's
should be disposed. health or safety, and satisfies landfill acceptance requirements.

b. Describe what Contaminated waste includes any liquids, solids, or anything that
contaminated waste is have the ability to spread pathogenic microorganisms and

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 and list five examples. diseases. Several waste items, such as needles, syringes, masks,
tissues, and even personal protective equipment (PPE), might
endanger workers.

c. Where should All non-cytotoxic and non-cytostatic drugs, creams, and tablets
contaminated waste be are considered medical waste (Blue bin).
disposed? Provide two Things contaminated with any hazardous or cancer-causing
examples of different medication, as well as garbage, medications, and other cytotoxic
contaminated waste or cytostatic compounds. (purple bin)
bins and their
appearance.

d. Briefly list the steps for Wearing protective gear, disposing of garbage at the source, using
disposing of different containers for different types of waste, cleaning
contaminated waste. surfaces, getting rid of contaminated PPE, and washing your
hands are all necessary for proper waste disposal.

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