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Health Promotion/Disease Prevention HPDP12

To assess a patient clinically, in OPD and elsewhere, in particular to:

TITLE	PROPHYLAXIS
Code	HPDP12
Learning Outcome	Take measures for the prevention of disease by using appropriate prophylaxis. Follow local and national guidance on the prevention of surgical infection.
Assessment	CbD Part 2 FRCOphth
Assessor
Target Year of Achievement	Year 7
Related Learning Outcomes	SS3 HPDP2
Overview	Understand cleaning/disinfection processes for surgical instruments. Understand the principles of cross infection, common sources and how to reduce the incidence of infection. Know the protocols on the prevention of deep vein thrombosis. Participate in audit of post-operative infections.
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