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what are the components or “chains” included in the infection cycle

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  • infectious agent
  • reservoir
  • portal of exit from reservoir
  • means of transmission
  • portals of entry
  • susceptible host
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what can break the chain between the susceptible host and infectious agent

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  • immunizations
  • screenings of healthcare staff
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what can break the chain between infectious agent and reservoir

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  • hand hygiene
  • sterilization
  • antibiotics/antimicrobials
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what can break the chain between reservoir and portal of exit from reservoir

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  • transmission based precautions
  • sterilization or use of disposable supplies
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what can break the chain between portal of exit from reservoir and means of transmission

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  • dry contact dressing
  • hand hygiene
  • wearing gloves if contact with body fluids
  • cover nose and mouth when sneezing
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what can break the chain between means of transmission and portals of entry

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  • hand hygiene
  • use pesticides to eliminate vectors
  • adequate refrigeration
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what can break the chain between portals of entry and susceptible host

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  • hand hygiens
  • wear gloves
  • use masks and ppe
  • proper disposal of sharps
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what are infectious agents

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  • bacteria
  • viruses
  • fungi
  • parasites
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describe bacteria

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  • most significant in healthcare setting
  • ex. staph/strep
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describe viruses

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  • smallest of all microorganisms
  • ex. ecoli and influenza
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describe fungi examples

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  • athletes foot
  • ringworm
  • yeast infection
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describe parasites

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  • live in or on a host and require the host to survive
  • malaria
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are healthcare acquired infections never events?

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yes

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name three types of HAIS

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  • iatrogenic
  • exogenous
  • endogenous
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describe iatrogenic

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  • results from a therapeutic or diagnostic procedure
  • ex. UTI from foley
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describe exogenous infection

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  • organisms external to patient/ not normally present
  • ex. salmonella
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describe endogenous infection

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  • microorganisms that exist as part of the normal flora become pathogenic
  • ex. streptococci, ecoli, and yeasts
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name some HAIs commonly seen in healthcare settings

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  • c diff (#1, generally happens to ppl on antibiotics and immunocompromised)
  • VAE (ventilator associated events)
  • CAUTI (catheter associated urinary tract infections)
  • CLABSI (central line associated bloodstream infections)
  • hepatitis A
  • influenza
  • TB
  • MDRO
  • blood borne pathogens
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name some MDRO (multi-drug resistant organisms)

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  • MRSA (methicillin resistant staphaureus)
  • VRE (vancomycin resistant enterococci)
  • c diff (clostridium difficile)
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name some different bloodborne pathogens

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  • hep B and C
  • HIV
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describe direct contact

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must touch

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describe indirect vector contact

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insect os carrier of disease (ex. tics mosquitos)

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describe indirect fomite transmission

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inanimate object is used where pathogen can exist

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describe the difference between droplet and airborne transmission

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  • difference is in the size of the particle and the distance it travels
  • droplets are larger and transmission occurs within 5-6 feet range
  • airborne particles are smaller (less than 5 mcm) and can travel over 5 feet
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which of the following is the most significant and commonly found infection causing agent in healthcare settings?

A. bacteria

B. fungi

C. viruses

D. mold

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bacteria

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what is the first line of defense against infection

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  • healthy, well maintained, and intact skin
  • normal flora (skin and GI tract)
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what are the two protective responses in defending against infection

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  • inflammatory
  • immune
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describe inflammatory response

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  • can be acute or chronic
  • occurs after trauma and infection
  • purpose is to eliminate invader
  • sets the stage for tissue repair
  • signs are due to both the vascular and cellular response
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describe the vascular response during inflammatory response

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  • vasoconstriction (decrease blood flow) followed by vasodilation (increase blood flow)
  • histamine release
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describe cellular response during inflammatory response

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WBCs move into the area (bc of increased blood flow)

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what are the hallmark signs of inflammation (usually localized response)

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  • redness
  • swelling
  • pain
  • heat
32
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describe immune response

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  • complex mechanisms to protect and defend
  • humoral immunity (antigen-antibody response)
  • cellular immunity (increase in lymphocytes)
33
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what is an anitgen

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an invader

34
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what is an antibody and what produces them

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  • a blood protein produced in response to and counteracting a specific antigen
  • chemically combine with substances which the body recognizes as foreign substances in the blood
  • B lymphocytes produce antibodies
35
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describe cellular immunity

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increase in lymphocytes (type of white blood cell) that destroy harmful cells and also the infected cells

36
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what do t lymphocytes do

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attack cells of body that have been infected (have memories)

37
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how can a person achieve acquired immunity

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  • vaccines
  • exposure to disease
  • another person antibodies (ex. breastfeeding newborn)
38
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describe vaccines

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  • help develop immunity by imitating an infection. this type of infection almost never causes illness, but does cause the immune system to produce T-lymphocytes
  • sometimes after getting a vaccine, imitation infection can cause minor symptoms, such as fever. these are normal and should be expected as the body builds immunity
  • once imitation infection goes away, the body is left with a supply of “memory” T lymphocytes, as well as B lymphocytes that will remember how to fight the disease in the future.
  • usually takes a few weeks to produce T and B lymphocytes after vaccination
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describe a compromised host

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  • breaks in skin and mucous membranes
  • invasive devices
  • stasis of body fluids
  • inadequate nutrition
  • stress/hyperglycemia
  • immune system dysfunction
  • co-existing medical problems
  • drug therapy
40
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describe some lifespan considerations to take with newborns/infants

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  • only immune system they have is what they got from their mother
  • immune system is not fully functional until 6 months
41
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describe some lifespan considerations to take with toddlers/preschoolers

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  • finish up vaccinations
  • require help with hygiene
  • stick everything in their mouths- gross
42
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describe some lifespan considerations to take with children/adolescents

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  • go to school → immune system is exposed to more/new infections
  • more susceptible to skin diseases
43
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describe some lifespan considerations to take with adults/older adults

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  • immunity is well established
  • nutritional status/hospitalization/chronic disease
  • as we age immune system may diminishes (booster may be required)
44
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describe the CDC

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  • center for disease control
  • federal agency (department of health and human services)
  • tracks data
  • makes recommendations
45
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describe TJC

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  • the joint commission
  • not a federal agency
  • accreditation is required to bill for medicare and medicaid services
  • inspections are unannounced
  • has chapters and standards for infection control
46
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describe OSHA

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  • occupational safety and health administration
  • federal agency (department of labor)
  • has a right to conduct work inspections without notice
  • requires employers use:
  • universal precautions
  • -PPE*
  • -hep B vaccine*
  • -exposure follow up*
  • -employee training*
  • -monitoring compliance*
47
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true or false

standard precautions should be used when caring for a noninfectious postoperative patient who is vomiting blood

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true

48
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standard precautions is also referred to as…

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universal precautions

49
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describe standard precautions

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  • decrease transmission from blood borne pathogens regardless of diagnosis
  • treat all bodily fluids as if they are contaminated with infectious substance
  • wear gloves when handling: blood, nonintact skin, mucous membranes and all body fluids, secretions, and excretions except sweat
  • new additions are respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette, safe injections practices, and directions to use a mask when performing high risk prolonged procedures involving spinal canal punctures
50
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name some of the many interventions to prevent or minimize the risk of transmission of infections within the healthcare setting

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  • bundles (VAP, CAUTI, Time-outs)
  • needle-less devices
  • hand hygiene
  • PPE
  • isolation of infectious or at risk patients
  • immunizations of HCWs
  • protocols for disinfecting medical equipment
  • proper waste disposal
51
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describe isolation

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isolating infectious people to prevent or reduce the spread of illness

52
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describe nursing responsibilities with isolation

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  • educate pt and family and other HCWs
  • limit pt movement outside of room
  • ensure appropriate signage
  • private room or cohorting
  • ensure proper PPE is available
  • help police and enforce this with other providers
53
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describe reverse isolation

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  • used with neutropenia (not enough WBC to fight infection)
  • no infection but pt is highly susceptible
54
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describe contact precautions

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  • PPE - usually gloves, impervious gown
  • ex. cdiff (must use soap and water)
55
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describe droplet precautions

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  • wear PPE - gloves, mask, face shield
  • keep visitors 3 ft from pt
  • ex. influenza, rubella, mumps, diptheria
56
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describe airborne precautions

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  • most restrictive
  • wear PPE - N95 particulate respirator mask, gloves, impervious gown
  • negative pressure room
  • ex. TB, varicella, rubeola (measles)
57
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describe medical asepesis (clean)

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  • includes all measures aimed at reducing the number or spread of microorganisms
  • examples: hand washing, gloving, gowning, disinfecting
58
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describe surgical asepsis (sterile)

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  • prevent the introduction of microorganisms from the environment into the patient
  • examples:
  • surgical procedures
  • procedures involving: the bloodstream, broken skin or mucous membranes (certain dressings), insertion of medical equipment into body cavities
59
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describe different types of sterile technique

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  • strict sterile → everything is sterile
  • sterile no touch → dont touch, injections are no touch sterile
60
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describe subjective data in assessment r/t asepsis and infection control

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  • risk identification (exposure, comorbidities, medications)
  • nutrition (use of vitamins/herbs/supplements)
  • sleep
  • knowledge (prevention and isolation)
61
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describe objective data in assessment r/t asepsis and infection control

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  • general survey
  • VS
  • auscultation
  • diagnostic tests and procedures
62
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what diagnostic tests and procedures are part of objective data in assessment

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  • WBCs (4500-11000)
  • ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) → increased with inflammation
  • lactate → increased with infection
  • cultures
  • radiologic tests
63
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what are the 4 stages of infection

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  • incubation
  • prodromal
  • acute phase/illness
  • convalescence
64
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describe incubation

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  • time between pathogens entrance and appearance of symptoms
  • can vary based on pathogen
65
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describe the prodromal stage

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  • nonspecific symptoms (fever malaise, pain, nausea begin)
  • inflammatory response
66
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describe the acute phase/illness

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specific symptoms caused by pathogen occur

67
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describe convalescence

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antibodies are present in the blood and body systems begin to return to normal

68
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what are the manifestations of infection

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  • fever (38C or 100.4F) - 104-107f is dangerous, fevers can get higher in the evening
  • increased pulse and respiratory rate
  • inflammation
  • pain
  • purulent drainage
  • enlarged lymph nodes
  • rash
  • GI symptoms - anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
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describe sepsis

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  • systemic inflammatory response to an infection → leads to multiple body systems failing
  • SIRS = systemic inflammatory response syndrome
  • remember: inflammation → vasodilation → first sign is hypotension (systolic less than 90)
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describe symptoms of septic shock

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  • hypotension (SBP < 90mmhg)
  • T > 100.4 or < 96.8
  • WBC >12 or <4
  • HR > 90bpm
  • RR >20/min
  • altered mental status

infection + 2 other symptoms = sepsis

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name some different nursing diagnoses r/t asepsis and infection control

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  • risk for infection
  • knowledge deficit
  • imbalanced nutrition
  • impaired physical mobility
  • impaired skin integrity
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describe planning r/t asepsis and infection control

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  • establish outcomes and pts goals
  • set priorities
  • communicate for continuity
  • ex. pt will exhibit no signs or symptoms of infection by discharge AEB: temp WNL and WBCs WNL
73
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describe implementing and prevention r/t asepsis and infection control

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  • standard precautions
  • medical and surgical asepsis
  • education
  • promote activities (hygiene, ambulation/positioning, pulmonary toileting)
  • EBP bundles
74
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describe pulmonary toileting

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  • getting rid of stuff in the lungs
  • coughing and deep breathing and incentive spirometry are important
75
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describe implementation and treatment r/t asepsis and infection control

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  • administer medications (antibiotics, analgesics, antipyretics)
  • education
  • isolation
  • monitor labs, radiologic test results
  • comfort measures (treat pain and fever, increase oral fluid intake, tepid baths, and rest)
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describe evaluating r/t asepsis and infection control

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  • evaluate outcomes and interventions
  • coordinate with other members of the HC team and with the pt and support person

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