Infection prevention and control (IPC) refers to practices and procedures designed to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings and among patients. IPC measures include hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning and disinfection of equipment and surfaces, isolation precautions for patients with infectious diseases, and education of healthcare workers and patients about infection prevention.
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