Assignment Task

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Infection Control Risk Assessment

You have been dispatched to a patient that may have taken a drug overdose. When you arrive on scene, you find the patient in the lounge room surrounded by drug paraphernalia. You must identify the potential infection control risks when completing this task and remove any hazards where possible.

Hazards may consist of uncapped and used sharps, soiled linen that has been used clear away bodily fluids, broken glass, etc. Using the information, you are required to complete the Infection Control Risk Assessment Form. Provide as much detail as you can.

Incident Report – Number 1

After dropping at patient at hospital you return to the ambulance to restock the bags. As you reach into the draw to restock the cannulas, you feel a sharp puncture to your index finger. On a closer inspection you note that this puncture was caused by a needle, that had been used and was not disposed of correctly. You must complete the incident report based on this injury.

Incident Report – Number 2

You have transported a patient who is a carrier of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to the hospital. You wore the appropriate PPE but whilst transporting you’ve torn your gown on the stretcher. You must complete the incident report based on this occurrence.