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Infection prevention and control means doing everything possible to prevent infection from both developing and spreading to others. The following resources are available to purchase and a selection are free to download and will assist you in preventing healthcare associated infections.
Poster showing service users and visitors the correct technique for handwashing to help reduce the spread of infection. Size: A5 colour poster Target: For display above sinks in toilet areas used by service users, visitors and staff Purchase: Available individually @...
A poster for display outside an isolation room, advising visitors to speak to the person in charge before entering the room. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in Health and Social Care settings, e.g., care homes Purchase: Available individually @...
A poster for display at the entrance to Health and Social Care settings, e.g., care homes, advising visitors that visiting is restricted due to an outbreak of suspected viral gastroenteritis and to see the person in charge. Size: A4 colour...
A poster for service users and visitors to empower them to challenge staff if they have performed hand hygiene. Size: A5 colour poster Target: For use in General Practice and Health and Social Care settings, e.g. care homes Purchase: Available individually...
NEW SET OF POLICIES APRIL 2023 A urinary catheter is a thin flexible hollow tube that drains urine from the bladder into a drainage bag and is a close system. The catheter is inserted into the bladder either through the...
A guide to help you assess what is normal urine and when rehydration is required. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use in Health and Social Care settings, e.g., care homes and domiciliary care Purchase: Downloadable free of charge Updated: 08/11/2022
NEW SET OF POLICIES APRIL 2023 Please note this Policy has been updated to version 3.01 to include information on failed attempts and removal of the word 'sterile' from 'low linting gauze' and 'adhesive plaster'. Venepuncture is the procedure of...
A factsheet for issued to residents and visitors giving advice and information on viral gastroenteritis. A4 colour double sided factsheet Target: For issue to service users and visitors in Health and Social Care settings, e.g., care homes Purchase: Available individually @...
A guidance poster for use by staff in Care Homes during an outbreak of viral gastroenteritis. Size: A4 colour poster Target: For use by staff in Health and Social Care settings, e.g. care homes Purchase: Available individually @ £1.10. Please note...
A pack to help you effectively manage an outbreak of viral gastroenteritis in your care home