Infection Prevention & Control
Importance of Patient Engagement The NSLHD Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) team emphasizes the importance of engaging patients, families, and caregivers in infection prevention strategies. Empowering patients as active partners in their healthcare can significantly enhance safety and outcomes. Evidence suggests that patient engagement is crucial for improving and sustaining patient safety. By providing patients and their families with comprehensive information about infection prevention, they can actively participate in their care, which has the potential to lead to better health outcomes. IPAC Resources Available The NSLHD IPAC team has developed a variety of resources aimed at educating patients and their families about infection prevention. These resources include:
Brochures (consumer approved)
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o Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) in the Healthcare Setting
o Why are Infection Prevention and Control Precautions being used?
o Caring for your Cannula These brochures are accessible in multiple formats:
• Hard copies are available in every inpatient ward, including the Emergency Department.
• Soft copies can be accessed via QR code posters located throughout the facility.
• They are also included in the Ryde Hospital Welcome Pack.
• Additional resources are available on the NSLHD IPAC Intranet site, which includes information sheets on multi- resistant organisms (MROs) such as Clostridium Difficile and MRSA for enhancing awareness Clinical and non-clinical staff play a pivotal role in disseminating IPAC information, and we encourage you to actively share these resources with patients and their families. This not only raises awareness but also fosters an environment where patients feel empowered to ask questions and engage in discussions about their care. For more information go to IPAC Consumer Information. By equipping patients with knowledge and resources, the NSLHD aims to create a safer healthcare environment where everyone plays a part in reducing infection risks.
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