Infection prevention and control: Guideline for speech pathologists, Version 1,2020.

Contents Disclaimer Acknowledgements

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1.0 Introduction

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1.1 Statement

1.2 Summary of Recommendations

1.3 Aim

1.4 Purpose of the Guideline

1.5 How to use the Guideline

2.0 Background Information

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3.0 Origins of the Guideline

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3.1 Rationale 12 4.0 Infection Prevention and Control Framework: Overview 13 5.0 Standard Precautions 21 5.1 Hand Hygiene 22 5.2 Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette 28 5.3 Personal Protective Equipment 28 5.4 Routine Management of the Physical Environment 42 5.5 Reprocessing of Reusable Medical Equipment and Instruments 44 5.6 Aseptic Technique 47 5.7 Waste Management 48 5.8 Handling of Clothing and Linen 48 6.0 Transmission-Based Precautions 50 7.0 Environmental Cleaning 55 8.0 Risk Management 72 9.0 Conclusion 76 10.0 References 77

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Infection Prevention and Control - Guideline for Speech Pathologists | Version 1, 2020