Identifying Unwell Residents in Aged Care

If you identify any residents who may be unwell, follow these steps:

1. Report to Supervisor:
   • Immediately inform your supervisor if you think a resident is unwell. Pay particular attention if two or more residents show signs of illness.
2. Follow Facility Procedures:
   • Your facility will have specific procedures in place to manage outbreaks. Discuss these with your supervisor and adhere to the established protocols.

Outbreak Management

Management of outbreaks may include:

• Increased Cleaning:
  • Increase the frequency of environmental cleaning to reduce the spread of infection.
• Isolation:
  • Isolate residents who are unwell to prevent the spread of illness.
• Cohorting:
  • Group residents who are infected together to contain the outbreak.
• Collaboration with Public Health:
  • Work closely with your local public health unit for guidance and support.

Clothing and Personal Hygiene

1. Daily Clothing:
   • Change your clothing daily or when soiled. Wear short sleeves or roll up sleeves above the elbows.
2. Remove Non-Daily Clothing:
   • Remove clothing that is not washed daily (such as cardigans and jackets) during personal care activities, food preparation, and cleaning.
3. Footwear:
   • Wear non-slip, closed-in shoes to protect your feet against accidental injury or spillage.
4. Coughing and Sneezing:
   • Always cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing.

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