Infection Control Manual

Infection Control Manual
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Introduction

• Forward- Definition - Objectives
• Guidelines for Determining and Reporting Healthcare-Associated Infections  (Apr 2012)
• Protocol for Infection Surveillance 
• Supporting Instructions/Directives
  • Infection Control Program -  NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 5050.7E) (Jun 2009)
  • Reporting Post-Discharge Healthcare-Associated Surgical Site Infections -  NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 5050. 9a (Sep 2009)
  • Medical Event Reporting -   NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 6220.3B   (Jun 2009)
  • Isolation Precautions for Patients - NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 5050.3H (Sep 2011)
    •  Guidelines from CDC.gov (Mar 2008)
  • Isolation Procedures for Active Duty Personnel with Communicable Diseases NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 5050.4D (Jun 2008)

Chapter 1

• Alphabetical Listing of Infections/Conditions with the Type and Duration of Isolation Required 
• Outbreak Investigation Policy (Jan 2010)
• Protocol for MRSA
• MRSA Decolonization Protocol (Nov 2008)
• Protocol for VRE
• Protocol for Respiratory Etiquette 
• NMCP IC Guidance for H1N1 in healthcare setting (Sep 2009)
• Protocol for Isolation of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and (OEF) Casualties (Dec 2010)
• Handwashing Basics  (Feb 2012)
• Fingernails and Use of Hand Creams (Apr 2009)
• Tuberculosis Exposure Control Plan 
• NMCP Bioterrorism Readiness Plan 
• NMCP Protocol for SARS
• NMCP Protocol for Known or Suspected Avian Influenza 
• Supporting Instructions/Directives
  • Tuberculosis Control Program (NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 6224.1C) 
  • Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan  - NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 6260.5G(Aug 2011)
  • Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan  - NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 6260.5G (Summary) (Aug 2011)
  • Bloodborne Pathogens “Quick Tips” (Mar 2008)

Chapter 2

• Cleaning and High Level Disinfection of Semi-Critical Medical Devices (Mar 2012)
• NMCP HLD Comptenency Training (Jun 2011)
• NMCP HLD Testing Log (Jun 2011)
• NMCP HLD Control Form (Jun 2011)
• NMCP CIDEX OPA Disposal SOP (Aug 2011)
• CIDEX OPA Instructions For Use (Jun 2011
• CIDEX Test Strip1 Picture (Jun 2011
• Guidelines for use of Ophthalmic Eye Solutions
• Infection Control Guidelines for Cleaning and Maintaining Patient Care Equipment (Nov 2011)
• Use of Portable Fans at NMCP (Sep 2011)
• Blood Transfusions 
• Cleaning of CPR Manikins
• Intravascular Devices (Dec2011)
• Central Venous Catheters (Nov 2009)
• Pressure Monitoring Devices/Peripheral Arterial Catheters 
• Thermometers
• Total Parenteral Nutrition (Hyperalimentation)
• Toys (Sep 2011)
• Tracheostomy Care
• Urinary Catheters
• Guidelines for Selection and use of Disinfectants 
• Ice Machines 
• Fish Aquarium Care and Maintenance - NEW POLICY (Apr 2012)
• Multi-dose Vials at NMCP 
• Supporting Instructions/Directives
• Regulated Medical Waste Management Procedures - NAVMEDCENPTSVAINST 6260.4J

Chapter 3

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Updated: Feb 2012