In partnership with An interactive board game which recreates an infection outbreak and challenges frontline healthcare staff to consider how they manage infection prevention and control. Developed by infection control practitioners, it provides a safe space to explore the consequences of actions during an outbreak. Visit the game website here Description Details The Infection Control Game is based in a virtual ward and recreates the complexities of a norovirus outbreak. The video presentation simulates a day on the Burton Ward, where players must work together to spot the signs of an outbreak and stop it from happening. If they fail, they must manage the consequences of ward closure. As gameplay develops, the video presents challenges which players must manage within the board game. The Infection Control Game is a hands-on approach to learning about infection prevention and control. Interacting with a simulated ward encourages players to make real world connections with the importance of minimising infection. The game challenges teams to reflect on how they manage infection and promotes teamwork and discussion to improve players confidence in managing on outbreak. Players will learn about: Warning signs of infection Infection prevention methods Managing an outbreak Audience Suitable for all frontline healthcare staff in acute and community care settings. Game details Players 6 - 14 Duration 45 - 60 minutes Contents Board 1 Video presentation - On purchase you will be emailed a download link 1 Patient cards 14 Ward closed sign 1 SIGHT guide card 1 Stool chart 1 Yellow card clips 10 Green card clips 10 Card stands 15
