Inside Infection Control
These Project Firstline trainings will equip providers with the necessary knowledge and skills to use infection prevention and control strategies.
The Concept of “Infection Control”
The goal of infection control is to keep people from getting sick.
Dr. Abby Carlson, an infectious diseases doctor with experience on the frontlines of COVID-19 and a Project Firstline staffer, breaks down why infection control matters, and how it can protect healthcare workers, their patients, and their communities.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bangla, Hmong, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Tongan, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
The Basic Science of Viruses
SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes the disease COVID-19.
Ever get confused about the relationship between SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, or want help explaining the difference to others? Project Firstline’s Dr. Abby Carlson is back to clear up the confusion in the newest Inside Infection Control video. Being comfortable with these terms can help you feel more confident understanding and applying infection control actions.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bangla, Hmong, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Tongan, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
SARS-CoV-2 is a virus. Viruses have three main parts: genes, proteins, and an envelope.
Knowing this information can help you feel confident applying infection control in your daily work.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bangla, Hmong, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Tongan, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
Respiratory Droplet Transmission
How does SARS-CoV-2 get from one person to another: what is a respiratory
droplet?
Episode 4 of Inside Infection Control is all about respiratory droplets. Dr. Abby will talk about what these droplets are, and how they spread SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Respiratory droplets are the main way SARS-CoV-2 spreads, and when you know how a virus spreads you know how to stop it- so this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bangla, Hmong, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tongan, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
How do viruses make you sick?
Dr. Abby explains how a virus can enter your body and what it does once it gets there. Understanding this information can help you feel more confident applying important infection control actions.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bangla, Hmong, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Tongan, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
Contact and Fomite Transmission
How can the virus be transmitted on surfaces?
In episode 4 of Inside Infection Control, Dr. Abby explained that the main way SARS-CoV-2 spreads is through respiratory droplets. In episode 6, she’ll talk about how those droplets can make their way to surfaces and then to people – information you need to know so you can use infection control actions to stop it.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bangla, Hmong, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Tongan, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
Brief Review of Transmission
Brief review of how viruses spread by respiratory droplets and on surfaces.
How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial? Part 1
How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial? Part 1
Current vaccines for COVID-19 come in multi-dose vials. Dr. Abby explains what a multi-dose vial is, how it is different from a single-dose vial, and why they are a particular infection control challenge in Part One of Inside Infection Control, How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial? Knowing this information can help vaccinators protect vaccines from contamination and feel more confident administering current COVID-19 vaccines and other vaccines that come in multi-dose vials.
How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial? Part 2
How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial? Part 2
Current vaccines for COVID-19 come in multi-dose vials. There are very important infection control steps for you to take when you’re using these vials. Wondering what they are? Dr. Abby breaks down the critical steps every vaccinator should follow in Part Two of Inside Infection Control, How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial? Knowing this information can keep vaccines free from contamination and helps you feel more confident administering current COVID-19 vaccines and other vaccines that come in multi-dose vials.
What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
What is Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)?
Dr. Abby is back with a brand-new episode of Inside Infection Control. Watch to hear about personal protective equipment (PPE), the gear you use to protect yourself, your patients, and everyone in the healthcare environment. This video kicks off a series of videos about PPE that addresses questions we hear often from frontline healthcare workers. Check this video out and stay tuned to learn all about your PPE, how it works to keep you and your patients safe, and how to use it correctly.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bahasa Indonesia, Fijian, Hindi, Marshallese, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
Why is Eye Protection Recommended for COVID-19?
Why is Eye Protection Recommended for COVID-19?
Have questions about eye protection and infection control protocols for COVID-19? Dr. Abby explains why eye protection is recommended in this episode of Inside Infection Control, giving you the info you need to feel confident using PPE at work.
This episode is available with subtitles in Bahasa Indonesia, Fijian, Hindi, Marshallese, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
Why are Gloves Recommended for COVID-19?
Why are Gloves Recommended for COVID-19?
You might know that gloves are part of the PPE recommended for COVID-19, but do you know why? Dr. Abby explains how wearing gloves protects you and others from germs in this episode of Inside Infection Control. When you know why, you can take action to protect yourself and others.
Why are Gowns Recommended for COVID-19?
Why are Gowns Recommended for COVID-19?
Gowns are part of the recommended PPE for COVID-19 because when worn correctly, they can help prevent the spread of germs. Have questions about when and how to wear a gown? Dr. Abby breaks down some important gown-wearing tips in this episode of Inside Infection Control.
What is a Respirator?
Questions about what a respirator is and how it works? Dr. Abby explains respirator basics in this episode of Inside Infection Control. When you have the facts, it’s easier to take action to protect yourself, so be sure to watch.
What is an N95?
In episode 14 of Inside Infection Control, Dr. Abby explained what a respirator is and what it does. In this episode, she’ll talk about a specific respirator called an N95. Whether you’ve only heard about N95s or you’re required to wear one every day, you can learn something important- don’t miss out!
This episode is subtitled in Bahasa Indonesia, Fijian, Hindi, Marshallese, Samoan, Simplified Chinese, Tagalog, Traditional Chinese, and Vietnamese.
How Do I Test the Seal on my N95?
It’s important to check the seal on your N95 every time you put it on because it helps to ensure you’re only breathing in filtered air. Have questions on how to properly test the seal? Dr. Abby gives some great pointers in this episode of Inside Infection Control. When you know how to test the seal on your N95 you can feel confident it’s doing its job by filtering the air you’re breathing.
Cleaning? Disinfection? What’s the Difference?
Cleaning and disinfection are both super important ways to keep infections from spreading in healthcare, but they are not the same. Dr. Abby describes the differences and how appropriate cleaning and disinfection actions protect patients and staff in healthcare settings in this episode of Inside Infection Control.
What is Ventilation?
Good ventilation and air handling are an important part of any infection control plan. What exactly is ventilation and why does it matter in healthcare? Dr. Abby explains in this episode of Inside Infection Control.
Why Does Ventilation Matter?
In episode 18 of Inside Infection Control, Dr. Abby returns with more about ventilation. She talks about how air exchanges work and how to learn more about ventilation in the facility where you work. After this episode, you’ll understand why ventilation matters, and who at your facility is your best resource for more information about protecting yourself and others from germs in the air.
What Do New COVID Strains Mean for Infection Control?
You may have heard that some new strains of the virus that causes COVID-19 appear to spread more easily from person to person. Questions about what this might mean for the infection control actions you take to protect yourself and others?
In this can’t-miss episode of Inside Infection Control, Dr. Abby explains a little bit about how virus mutations happen, what actions you can take to help keep you safe, and why new strains mean it’s critical for our infection control practices to be solid.
Why Do Cleaning and Disinfection Matter in Healthcare?
Did you know cleaning and disinfection of the healthcare environment is one the of best ways to stop germs from spreading and making vulnerable patients and healthcare workers sick? Dr. Abby explains how cleaning and disinfection work together to play a critical role in slowing and stopping the spread of infectious diseases on this episode of Inside Infection Control.
Do We Really Have to Talk About Hand Hygiene? Again? Yes!
Did you know? Nursing staff touch more than 900 surfaces during a single shift, and most of them have germs on them.
Still not convinced that cleaning your hands is important? Dr. Abby describes more reasons why keeping your hands clean is such a crucial part of stopping germs from spreading on this episode of Inside Infection Control. Even if you’ve been hearing about washing your hands since childhood, you’ll want to be sure to watch this important episode.
Why Does Contact Time Matter for Disinfection?
Why Does Contact Time Matter for Disinfection?
There’s more to disinfection than meets the eye. By making sure the disinfection product you’re using has time to work, you’re making a big difference in stopping the spread of germs. In this episode of Inside Infection Control, Dr. Abby covers what you should know about contact time so that you can feel confident you’re taking the correct steps to slow or stop the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19.
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What is Source Control?
What is Source Control?
In this episode of Inside Infection Control, Dr. Abby explains why one of the best things you can do for infection control is stop germs at their source, before they can make their way to other people. She also shares why covering your nose and mouth is so important when it comes to stopping the spread of COVID-19. You won’t want to miss it.
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How Can COVID-19 Spread When You Don’t Feel Sick?
How Can COVID-19 Spread When You Don’t Feel Sick?
It is possible to feel healthy and still spread the virus that causes COVID-19. How does this happen and what does it mean for infection control? Dr. Abby explains in this episode of Inside Infection Control, all about pre-symptomatic and asymptomatic spread.