12.2: Unit A- Infection Control
Providing personal care begins with the Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide and their ability to maintain proper infection control . Handwashing is the number one way to prevent the spread of infectious agents. An infectious agent is anything that can cause disease, such as bacteria, virus, or parasites. It is the easiest and most effective way for a Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aide to stop the chain of infection.