Infection control.pdf; universal precaution
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This document provides information on infection control techniques for healthcare workers. It defines key terms like infection, communicable disease, and modes of transmission. It explains that universal precautions should be followed to prevent the spread of disease from contact with blood and body fluids. Proper hand hygiene, including washing hands and using hand sanitizer, is the most effective way to prevent transmission. Other important techniques include wearing gloves when contact with body fluids is anticipated, properly disposing of contaminated materials, and cleaning up spills by wiping from outside to inside. The document also demonstrates proper techniques for putting on and removing gloves.
Infection control.pdf; universal precaution
- 2. At the end of this session, the participants will be able to: ◦ Verbalize definitions related to infection control ◦ List modes of transmission of infections and portals of entry of bacteria ◦ Explain universal precautions ◦ Explain the worker’s role in preventing spread of infections ◦ Demonstrate proper hand washing techniques, application and removal of gloves ◦ Describe appropriate techniques for cleaning up spills 4/16/2014 2www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 3. Infection control – the set of methods used to control and prevent the spread of disease Infections - are caused by pathogens (germs) Communicable disease – disease spread from one person to another Infectious disease – disease caused by a pathogen (germ or bacteria) 4/16/2014 3www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 4. Contaminated – means dirty, soiled, unclean Disinfection – cleaning so that germs (pathogens) are destroyed Mode of transmission – the way germs are passed from one person to another Mucous membranes – membranes that line body cavities that open to the outside of the body 4/16/2014 4www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 5. Body fluids – tears, saliva, sputum (mucus coughed up), urine, feces, semen, vaginal secretions, pus or other wound drainage, blood Touching the infected person or their secretions Touching something contaminated by the infected person. Droplets – coughing, sneezing, laughing, spitting, talking 4/16/2014 5www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 6. Any body opening of an uninfected person which allows pathogens to enter Nose, mouth, eyes, rectum, genitals and other mucous membranes Cuts, abrasions or breaks in the skin 4/16/2014 6www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 7. Anyone whose resistance to disease decreases Reasons for lowered resistance: age, existing illnesses, fatigue and stress The elderly have weaker immune systems and a lower resistance to pathogens Elderly are hospitalized more often, increasing the chance for hospital-acquired infections Recovery longer in the elderly 4/16/2014 7www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 8. Universal precautions are infection control guidelines designed to protect workers from exposure to diseases spread by blood and certain body fluids. Always treat blood, body fluids, broken skin and mucous membranes as if they were infected Always follow Universal Precautions because you cannot tell by looking at a person whether they have a contagious disease 4/16/2014 8www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 9. Use practical, common sense Wash your hands before putting on gloves and immediately after removing gloves Do not touch clean objects with contaminated gloves 4/16/2014 9www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 10. Wear gloves if you may come in contact with blood, body fluids, secretions and excretions, broken or open skin, human tissue of mucous membranes Bag all disposable contaminated supplies Clean all surfaces that may be contaminated with infectious waste, such as beds, wheelchairs and shower chairs 4/16/2014 10www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 11. Good hand washing is the most effective method to prevent the spread of infection May use an alcohol-based hand cleaner in place of washing with soap and water Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth 4/16/2014 11www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 12. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue every time you cough or sneeze Throw used tissue in a wastebasket If you don’t have a tissue, sneeze or cough into your sleeve Always clean your hands after coughing or sneezing 4/16/2014 12www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 13. Remove any jewelry or watch Wet hands with warm, running water Add soap Rub hands vigorously for 20 seconds, washing all surfaces (about the time it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice) Rinse, keeping fingers pointing down Dry with paper or clean cloth towel Turn off faucet with towel and open door with towel 4/16/2014 13www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 14. Make sure all visible dirt is removed from your hands Apply a dime sized amount of waterless hand sanitizer to the palm of one hand or use a waterless hand sanitizer wipe Rub hands together covering all surfaces of hands and fingers Rub until waterless hand sanitizer is absorbed Remember, waterless sanitizers are not effective if dirt is visible on your hands 4/16/2014 14www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 15. View these videos on hand hygiene: http://www.cdc.gov/CDCTV/HandsTogether/ Play entire video: http://www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Com municable/Handwashing/ Application of learning – student return demonstration 4/16/2014 15www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 16. When you may come in contact with blood or any body fluids, open wounds, or mucous membranes Performing or helping with mouth care Performing or helping with perineal care Performing care on a consumer who has broken skin 4/16/2014 16www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 17. When you have open sores or cuts on your hands When shaving a consumer When disposing of soiled bed linens, gowns, dressings and pads 4/16/2014 17www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 18. When touching surfaces that may be contaminated Right before contact with mucous membranes or broken skin Immediately if they become wet, worn, soiled or torn 4/16/2014 18www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 19. Wear gloves when handling soiled linens Fold or roll linen so that the dirtiest area is inside Hold and carry dirty linen away from your body Do not shake dirty linen or clothes 4/16/2014 19www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 20. Use appropriate receptacles for disposal Do not touch the inside of any disposal container Do not use “re-usable” equipment again until it has been properly cleaned Never use disposable equipment more times than recommended by the manufacturer 4/16/2014 20www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 21. 1. Remove any sharp jewelry 2. Remove glove from box. Gloves come in small, medium and large. Most are rubber latex and are pre-powdered. Those who are allergic to latex should use vinyl gloves. 3. Hold glove with your thumb and forefinger and insert hand into gloves 4. Work fingers into proper places 4/16/2014 21www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 22. http://www.uams.edu/csc/programs/orientat ion/gloves/glovesOn.mov Application of learning – student return demonstration 4/16/2014 22www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 23. 1. Pinch the palm of one glove and pull away from the palm. 2. Push the fingers of the pinching hand up inside the other glove, stretching the material of the glove towards the cuff of the other glove until it emerges by the wrist. 3. Pull the fold down until the glove is almost off (you will be pulling the glove inside-out). 4/16/2014 23www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 24. 4. DO NOT take the glove completely off. 5. Hook the ungloved thumb between the wrist and the skin of the other gloved hand and pull down, pulling both gloves off. (Both gloves will now be inside out.) 6. Dispose of the gloves properly. 4/16/2014 24www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 25. Click for video instruction for removing contaminated gloves: http://www.hse.gov.uk/mvr/myths/video/vid eo9.htm Application of learning – student return demonstration 4/16/2014 25www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in
- 26. Put on clean gloves Wipe up immediately by cleaning from the outside (cleanest) to the inside (dirtiest) Use the appropriate cleaning agent Never pick up glass, even with gloved hands Dispose of gloves and cleaning equipment and supplies 4/16/2014 26www.drjayeshpatidar.blogspot.in