Chapter 3: Techniques and Equipment for Phys Asses

Question 1

Define Standard Precautions

Answer 1

Applied in all aspects of pt care,. Measures that reduce risk of trasnitting infection from nody fluids and non-intact skin.

Question 2

What are the primary elements of standard precautions recommended by the CDC?

Answer 2

Hand hygiene, PPE, resp/cough etiquette, appropriate pt placement, managing contaminated equip, environmental infect control

Question 3

What is the single most important action to reduce the transmission of infection?

Answer 3

Hand hygiene