IPC in Action
IPC in Action
Podcast Description
The IPC in Action podcast series focusses on Infection, Prevention and Control within an Acute hospital setting. Our hosts Fran Butson and Jen Farmer are IPC Nurses here at Gloucestershire Hospitals and each month they delve into a different topic related to Infection, Prevention and Control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of themes within infection prevention and control, including topics like antibiotic audit results, winter preparedness, and the impact of hygiene measures. Specific episodes feature discussions on mouth care, antibiotic switch therapy, and multi-drug resistant organisms, demonstrating a strong focus on practical approaches to improving patient safety and care.
The IPC in Action podcast series focusses on Infection, Prevention and Control within an Acute hospital setting. Our hosts Fran Butson and Jen Farmer are IPC Nurses here at Gloucestershire Hospitals and each month they delve into a different topic related to Infection, Prevention and Control.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the IPC in Action podcast, Jen and Fran discuss the importance of good invasive device care in protecting patient safety and wellbeing. They highlight the need to regularly review whether devices are still required, follow infection prevention and control (IPC) best practice, and remove devices as soon as they are no longer needed. The podcast emphasises that effective device care reduces the risk of infection, improves patient outcomes, and supports the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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