Learning Outcome

Adopt local and national guidelines of prevention of infection.

Domain of Clinical Practice Health Promotion
Level Level 1
Code HP1.2
Descriptors
  • Be aware of local and national guidelines and protocols regarding infection control. 
  • Be aware of the common sources of clusters of infections in theatre. 
  • Understand principles of contagion and cross infection particularly in relation to general medicine as well as ophthalmic diseases. 
  • Apply principles of prevention of cross infection and contagion in eye clinic and operating theatre settings. 
  • Respond appropriately to an outbreak of infection in the department such as endophthalmitis, adenovirus or MRSA. 
Method of Assessment
Other information

See the Level 1 Guide for examples of evidence that can be used.