[Elena Donaghy]

HI everyone,
I would like to enquire if the use of Methoxyflurane (green whistle) with the carbon filter attached, would be considered an aerosol risk with Covid19

Thanks,

Elena Donaghy
Manager of Clinical Education & Infection Control
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Hi All,

I have been asked a question relating to maternity unit and a woman presents and is positive or has risk factors for Covid 19

I am searching evidence for an answer if nitrous oxide for analgesia in labour is an aerosolising procedure.

So far the most credible evidence I have found is;

* ASA Draft 1 caring for patients during COVID – 19 it refers to only Entonox/Inhalation sedation – not Entonox analgesia.
* RCOG UK V3 Has just changed their advice that there is no evidence that Entonox is aerosol-prone procedure and can be used in labour with a microbiological filter.

I would appreciate any assistance or direction to clarify this so thee Maternity Plan can be finalised.

Thank you for your time – Happy to discuss over the phone if you have the time.

Vicki Denyer

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Infection Control Unit Lismore Base Hospital
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[Elena Donaghy]

Hi Donna,
I am very interested in non – alcohol based hand rubs as we have a hand hygiene station within our foyer. The flooring is carpet and I am aware Hand hygiene Australia recommend ABHR dispensers should not be located over carpeted areas, unless the area is protected by active sprinklers. Sprinklers have not been installed.
We would like to encourage hand hygiene upon entering the building.
Any advice would be appreciated.

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Hi Donna,
Thank you for this. I am also interested to find a supplier of non-alcohol based hand rub, (brand names would be useful) to use within the correctional facility as alcohol based hand rubs are not permitted.

Regards

Rebecca Curr | Clinical Nurse Specialist Immunisation
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Hi Everyone,

I have been asked by two different groups this week about non-alcohol based hand sanitisers. My initial thoughts were that, in accordance with all hand hygiene guidance for healthcare settings that I can find, alcohol-based hand rubs are the only acceptable products available. That non-alcohol based hand rubs haven’t undergone EN1500 testing and therefore shouldn’t be used.

I have subsequently been advised by one of the groups asking me about the product they current use (a non-alcohol based hand rub) that the product has achieved EN1500 certification. They will be providing me with this product information next week.

In the interim, I was interested to know if any other ICPs etc have either experience or knowledge of non-alcohol based hand rubs, their use (in a healthcare setting) and efficacy.

I realise we can’t use product names (I am happy for you to contact me directly (email below) if you wish to), but I am very interested to hear people’s thoughts/advice/experience on this topic. One of the groups was particularly keen to know about appropriateness in relation to coronavirus so your thoughts on that would also be appreciated.

Regards,
Donna

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[Elena Donaghy]

Hi Kelly,
We have a staff of around 80-90 and a few volunteers- we are happy to include volunteers in our annual free staff Flu vaccination program.
All new staff are required to complete a vaccination history – if they require vaccination, they are then directed to see their GP prior to commencing work with us.

Elena Donaghy
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We offer influenza vaccines to our volunteers.

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Can any one assist please
I have been asked to benchmark what other facilities do regarding vaccinations and volunteers
We are a private not for profit organisation and currently ask our volunteers to attend their Gp surgery for any vaccinations they require

Looking forward to your reply and interested to see what other organisations do
Regards Jenny
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Mater Health Services North Queensland

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[Elena Donaghy]

Hi all,
We are undergoing a small refurbishment and some hand basins will be relocated.
Are there any advantages installing metal drain pipes as opposed plastic ones for infection prevention and control?
I have not been able to find any guidelines.

Thanks,

Elena Donaghy
Manager of Clinical Education & Infection Control
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Hi, regarding new builds or refurbishments of healthcare facilities

Has anyone had any problems with water spraying everywhere (which is a staff and patient safety hazard) when tap aerators have been removed from sensor hand basin taps.

I understand the rationale behind the recommendation to remove aerators but what is the concise reference and evidence that aerators need to be removed? Are there any suggestions as what should be done if they cant be removed due to water spray.

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Linda McCaskill (RN, BN, GC NSC Inf Ctrl)

Infection Control Manager
Ashford Hospital
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