COVID-19 vs FLU
What virus causes COVID-19 and what virus causes Influenza?
COVID-19: SARS-CoV-2 virus
Influenza: Flu virus (Types A, B, C)
What type of infections are both COVID-19 and influenza?
Respiratory infections?
What is the primary goal of Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) in long-term care facilities?
A) To reduce costs
B) To prevent the spread of infections
C) To stress out the team members
D) To improve staff morale
B) To prevent the spread of infections
What type of isolation precaution should be implemented when a resident has COVID-19?
A) Contact Precautions
B) Droplet+Contact Precautions
C) Airborne Precautions
D) Droplet Precautions
B) Droplet+Contact Precautions
If a resident shows symptoms of respiratory illness, what is your first step?
Notify the healthcare team
How often are the vaccinations for COVID-19 and Influenza need to be updated?
COVID-19: Every 6 to 12 months
Flu Vaccine: Annually
How do both viruses primarily spread?
Respiratory droplets
What personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when implementing droplet-contact precautions?
A) Gloves and a surgical mask
B) Gown, gloves, and a surgical mask
C) N95 respirator and gloves
D) Gloves, gown, surgical mask, and eye protection
D) Gloves, gown, surgical mask, and eye protection
What is the first step you should take before entering a room of a resident on droplet precautions?
A) Put on gloves
B) Perform hand hygiene
C) Put on a gown
D) Wear a mask
B) Perform hand hygiene
Can you receive the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu vaccine at the same time?
Yes, you can receive both vaccines at the same time.
Can you be sick with both COVID-19 and the flu at the same time? And who is at higher risk for severe illness from both infections?
Yes, it is possible to have both at the same time Older adults.
What should staff do if they notice a resident showing signs of infection?
A) Wait to see if symptoms improve
B) Notify the healthcare team immediately
C) Ignore to avoid doing extra work
D) Immediately isolate the resident
B) Notify the healthcare team immediately
Which of the following is a key component of hand hygiene in long-term care?
A) Using hand lotion
B) Washing hands for at least 15 seconds
C) Wearing gloves at all times
D) Using hand sanitizer only when hands are visibly dirty
B) Washing hands for at least 15 seconds
A resident has COVID-19. What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn when caring for a resident on droplet-contact precautions?
A) Gloves only
B) Gown and gloves
C) Surgical mask, eye protection
D) Surgical mask, gown, and gloves
D) Surgical mask, gown, gloves and eye protection
What are the similar symptoms of COVID-19 and Flu? Select all the correct answers.
a. Cough
b. Fever
c. Body aches
d. Fatigue
e. Diarrhea
f. Sore throat
g. Headache
a. Cough
b. Fever
c. Body aches
d. Fatigue
f. Sore throat
What makes it hard to tell if someone has COVID-19 or the flu?
They share similar symptoms
What is the recommended action if a staff member develops symptoms of a respiratory infection?
A) Continue working and wear a mask
B) Report symptoms and stay home
C) Wait until symptoms worsen
B) Report symptoms and stay home
A resident had COVID-19 and they are on meal tray services. Am I still required to wear PPE even though I am just dropping off the tray?
A) Yes, you must wear PPE when delivering the tray.
B) No, you can deliver the tray without PPE.
C) Only if the resident is in the room.
D) Only if the tray contains hot food.
A) Yes, you must wear PPE when delivering the tray.
What is one of the best ways to prevent COVID-19 and flu?
Vaccination
What is one way both viruses can spread in a community?
Crowded or poorly ventilated areas
Who is the main source of IPAC implementation for long-term care in Toronto? Select all the correct answers.
A) Public Health Ontario
B) Toronto Public Health
C) Ontario Ministry of Health
D) Pardeep Kaur, the IPAC Lead
A) Public Health Ontario
B) Toronto Public Health
C) Ontario Ministry of Health
When should you wear a mask while interacting with a resident on droplet precautions?
A) When entering the room
B) When the resident is coughing
C) At all times while in the room
D) During meal times
C) At all times while in the room