Topic 2: The Basic Science of Viruses [Date of training]

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[Audio] Sample Script "Welcome! Thank you for joining us. We're so glad to have this time together to discuss infection control on the frontlines. Today's meeting segment will focus on the basic science of viruses.".

Learning Objectives:. Differentiate one (1) core difference between SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19. Identify, and explain to others, the three (3) main parts of a virus. Describe three (3) steps showing how viruses use of the cells of living things to make more copies of themselves. Explain one (1) reason why infection control actions focus on keeping respiratory droplets out of the air and away from other people..

[Audio] [Please note that the toolkit topics are presented in sequence, with the expectation that participants will progress through the series. You may, however, mix and match content to meet participant needs and you will need to adjust the sample script below.] Sample Script "Last session, we discussed that the ultimate goal of everything we do in infection control is to prevent people from getting sick. In order to do that, the first thing we need to understand is how people get sick with COVID- 19. "In order to answer that question, we have to talk about the virus that causes COVID-19. We also have to understand how viruses work inside the body and what we can do to protect ourselves. "Let's check in with Dr. Carlson to see what she has to say on these topics. We're going to watch 3 short videos back-to-back. Here are some questions to consider as you watch.".

Video: SARS-COV-2? COVID-19? What’s the Difference?.

Video: What’s a Virus?. INSIDE INFECTION CONTROL WHAT'S A VIRUS? EPISODE 3 PROJECT FIRSTLINE.

Video: How Do Viruses Make You Sick?. INSIDE INFECTION CONTROL HOW DO VIRUSES MAKE YOU SICK? EPISODE 5 PROJECT FIRSTLINE.

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[Audio] Sample Script "In order to help you discuss these topics with patients and coworkers, we'd like to share with you these job aids. "Can you imagine a realistic, every-day occasion when you could practice using this job aid or explain this concept to others? Is there somewhere you can display it at work? I'm going to pause for one full minute to give you a chance to reflect. Please use your participant booklet to write down your thoughts." [Give participants one full minute to reflect].

[Audio] Sample Script "Thank you all for coming today. I've captured today's key messages on these slides. They are also included in your participant booklet.".

Key Messages Continued. All viruses have two parts: Genes that contain all the information needed to make more virus copies Proteins that protect the genes and help the virus spread Some viruses – SARS-CoV-2 is one of them – also have a third part: an envelope made of special fats that protects the genes and proteins.

Key Messages cont.. Viruses are able to use cells in living things, including people, to make copies of themselves. It’s how viruses spread within a body, and from person to person. When enough viruses have been able to get into our cells and make copies of themselves, the body recognizes that there’s an infection, and our immune system revs up to fight off the virus. It is the activity of our immune system fighting the virus that makes us feel sick..

[Audio] Sample Script "Next time, we will start talking about the ways that viruses move between people. "In the meantime, you can keep exploring these topics on your own, using the resources on this slide. You can also follow us on social media.".

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