How are infectious diseases passed from one person to another?

How are infectious diseases passed from one person to another?

Infectious diseases commonly spread through the direct transfer of bacteria, viruses or other germs from one person to another. This can happen when an individual with the bacterium or virus touches, kisses, or coughs or sneezes on someone who isn’t infected.

What are three ways infectious diseases can be transmitted?

Infectious diseases can spread in a variety of ways: through the air, from direct or indirect contact with another person, soiled objects, skin or mucous membrane, saliva, urine, blood and body secretions, through sexual contact, and through contaminated food and water.

What is the weakest link in chain of infection?

The means of transmission is the weakest link in the chain of infection, and it is the only link we can hope to eliminate entirely. Most infection control efforts are aimed at preventing the transport of germs from the reservoir to the susceptible host.

Why is controlling and preventing infection important?

Infection prevention and control (IP&C) practices are important in maintaining a safe environment for everyone by reducing the risk of the potential spread of disease.

What is more important for preventing infection?

It is important for the environment to be cleaned, but the most important measure to actually prevent spread and transmission of bacteria, from the environment to the patient, is hand hygiene. It’s clear that by improving hand hygiene, you are decreasing infections.

How are infection controls monitored?

To monitor isolation, the infection control practitioners (ICPs) make weekly rounds of the units to assess compliance with established protocols. The ICP documents commendations and errors and communicates directly with available staff members.

What are some common infectious disease hazards risks?

Many infectious diseases share symptoms such as fever, diarrhoea, muscular pains, and rashes. Certain infectious diseases can cause serious damage to (for example): The liver (eg hepatitis, Q fever) The lungs (eg tuberculosis, legionnaires disease)

What procedures should educators follow to control the spread of illness and infectious disease?

Stopping the spread of infections. The 3 most effective ways of stopping childhood infections spreading are vaccination, exclusion (staying at home when you are sick), and hand washing.