Creating a Communicable Disease Policy for Recovery Housing

It is important that recovery homes have appropriate policies and procedures in place to prevent the spread of illness. This course will identify the elements necessary to meet NARR quality standards in a communicable disease prevention policy, including the physical environment, and best practice considerations to reduce the spread of illnesses in a recovery home.

Objectives

Identify best practices in creating a communicable disease policy for a recovery house to be certified in Ohio.

Est. Time42 min

Course Syllabus

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1. Creating a Communicable Disease Policy Overview
1.1. Communicable Disease Policies: Exercise
1.2. Why a Communicable Disease Prevention Policy is Important
1.3. Can I Ask a Resident About Their Health Condition?
1.4. Communicable Disease Policies: Quiz #1
1.5. Communicable Disease Policy Requirements
1.6. Physical Property Policy Requirements
1.7. Communicable Disease Policies - Quiz #2
1.8. Actively Encourage Regular Handwashing
1.9. Create a Chore Chart for General House Cleaning
1.10. Remind Resident and Staff About the Risks of Sharing Personal Items
1.11. Use Universal Precautions
1.12. Provide Residents with Information About Preventative Health Care and Vaccines
1.13. Avoid Having a Joint Communicable Disease Policy with Treatment Facilities
1.14. Communicable Disease Policies - Quiz #3
1.15. Write Your Communicable Disease Prevention Policy
1.16. NEXT STEPS