It is important to maintain a safe and healthy environment for our clients and staff and so infection control needs to be an essential aspect of our daily operations. It is crucial that we remain vigilant and proactive in preventing the spread of infection. There are some points to be kept in mind when we are running pulmonary rehabilitation unit like:

  • Adherence to Air borne infection control guidelines needs to be followed.
  • Regular screening of participants for viral infections and if required give them a break from the pulmonary rehabilitation programme till they recover acceptably.
  • Protective equipment for the working staff as per the programmatic guidelines should be provided
  • Emphasize strict hand hygiene for healthcare workers and visitors
  • Adequate windows and doors should be there in the facility ensuring cross ventilation.
  • In case of inadequate cross ventilation, adequate fans and exhaust fans should be there and in working condition to ensure adequate air changes per hour.  UVGI as per the requirement also depending of the facility may be made available.
  • Equipment sterilization techniques like use of UV towers that can be linked to the mobile Apps.