CHN (BAG-LAWS) Flashcards
a tool by which the nurse, during the visit, will be able to perform a nursing procedure with ease and agility, to save time and effort to render effective nursing care to clients.
BAG TECHNIQUE
also known as a nursing bag or home visit bag
PUBLIC HEALTH BAG
is an essential and indispensable equipment used by public health nurses and other healthcare professionals during home visits and community health interventions.
PUBLIC HEALTH BAG
The bag technique in nursing is guided by several fundamental principles designed to: MPE
maintain cleanliness, prevent infection, and ensure efficient and safe patient care.
- INFECTION CONTROL
ABP
- ASEPSIS
- BARRIER PROTECTION
- PPE USAGE
6 PRINCIPLES OF BAG TECHNIQUE
IOM PDE
- INFECTION CONTROL
- ORGANIZATION AND ACCESABILITY
- MINIMIZE CROSS-CONTAMINATION
- PATIENT AND ENVIRONMENT SAFETY
- DOCUMENTATION AND MONITORING
- EDUCATION AND TRAINING
2 ORGANIZATION AND ACCESABILITY
SYSTEMIC ORGANIZATION and STOCK MANAGEMENT
keep the contents of the bag well-organized
SYSTEMATIC ORGANIZATION
regularly check and replenish supplies
STOCK MANAGEMENT
3 MINIMIZE CROSS-CONTAMINATION
SSP
SELECTIVE USE
SINGLE USE
PROPER DISPOSAL
Only take out the supplies necessary for the procedure at hand to minimize the risk of contaminating other items in the bag.
SELECTIVE USE
Avoid reusing disposable items. Once an item has been exposed to the patient environment, it should not be returned to the nursing bag.
SINGLE - USE
Dispose of used supplies, including PPE and waste, in designated disposal bags or containers to prevent contamination.
PROPER DISPOSAL
2 PATIENT AND ENVIRONMENT SAFETY
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SAFE PLACEMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANLINESS
2 DOCUMENTATION AND MONITORING
ACCURATE DOCUMENTATION
REGULAR MONITORING
21 CONTENTS OF A PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE BAG
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
CP
CONTINOUS EDUCATION
PATIENT AND CAREGIVER EDUCATION
8 SOLUTIONS
Solutions of:
Betadine
70% alcohol
Zephiran solution
Hydrogen peroxide
Spirit of ammnonia
Ophthalmic ointment - eye
Acetic acid - ear
Benedict’s solution – used to test the presence of glucose in the urine.
*BPapparatus andstethoscopeare carried separately and are never placed in thebag.
*BPapparatus andstethoscopeare carried separately and are never placed in thebag.
Acts as a barrier between supplies and potentially contaminated surfaces, maintaining the cleanliness and integrity of the contents of the nurse bag.
- PLASTIC/LINEN LINING
Enables nurses to create disposable waste bags for proper disposal of used supplies and biohazardous materials, promoting infection control and environmental safety.
- Extra Paper for Making Waste Bags.
Protects the nurse’s clothing from spills, splashes, and soiling during patient care activities, ensuring personal hygiene and professionalism.
- Apron
Provides a clean surface for organizing and preparing supplies, minimizing the risk of contamination from surfaces in the patient’s environment.
- Paper Lining.
Allows nurses to dry their hands after handwashing or using hand sanitizers, promoting proper hand hygiene and reducing the risk of infection transmission.
- Hand Towel.
Provides a means for handwashing with soap and water, a critical component of infection control and preventing the spread of pathogens.
- Soap in a Soap Dish.
Essential for measuring body temperature accurately, aiding in the assessment and monitoring of patient’s health status, and detecting signs of fever or hypothermia.
- Thermometers (Oral and Rectal).
Facilitate the safe and precise cutting of medical materials such as dressings, bandages, and tapes during wound care and other procedures.
- Scissors (Surgical and Bandage).
Assist in handling sterile supplies and instruments safely, reducing the risk of contamination and ensuring aseptic technique during procedures.
- Forceps (Curved and Straight).
Used for administering medications, vaccines, or other injectable treatments, allowing for precise dosage delivery and minimizing the risk of needlestick injuries.
- Disposable Syringes with Needles.
Come in various gauges to accommodate different injection sites and medication viscosities, ensuring safe and effective medication administration.
- Hypodermic Needles.
Provides a sterile covering for wounds or incisions, promoting wound healing and preventing infection by protecting the area from contamination.
- Sterile Dressing.
Used for wound cleaning, applying topical medications, or removing debris, providing a gentle and absorbent material for various patient care needs.
- Cotton Balls.
Essential for clamping and securing the umbilical cord after childbirth, preventing excessive bleeding, and ensuring the newborn‘s health and safety.
- Cord Clamp.
Offers a hypoallergenic adhesive tape for securing dressings or medical devices, providing gentle adhesion without causing skin irritation.
- Micropore Plaster.
Allows for accurate measurements of various body parts, aiding in assessments such as growth monitoring, wound size evaluation, and proper placement of medical devices.
- Tape Measure.
Provide a protective barrier for the nurse’s hands during invasive procedures or when handling potentially infectious materials, reducing the risk of cross-contamination.
- Sterile Gloves.
Enables accurate measurement of infant weight, essential for monitoring growth and assessing nutritional status during well-child visits or postnatal care.
- Baby’s Scale.
Provides a source of heat for sterilizing instruments or materials in a controlled manner, ensuring aseptic technique during minor procedures or wound care.
- Alcohol Lamp.
Used for collecting, transporting, and storing biological samples or specimens for laboratory testing, facilitating diagnostic assessments and treatment planning.
- Test Tubes and Test Tube Holders.
Various solutions serve different purposes such as wound cleansing, disinfection, sterilization, or diagnostic testing, supporting comprehensive patient care and treatment protocols.
- Solutions (Betadine, 70% Alcohol, Zephiran Solution, Hydrogen Peroxide, Spirit of Ammonia, Acetic Acid, Benedict’s Solution).
Used for prophylactic treatment of newborns to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum, a bacterial eye infection transmitted during childbirth, promoting newborn eye health.
- Ophthalmic Ointment.
12 steps in performing bag technique
UROPL CPAOR DM
Upon arrival at the patient’s home, place the bag on a table lined with clean paper, ensuring the clean side is facing out and the folder part touches the table.
Request a basin of water or a glass of drinking water if tap water is not available.
Open the bag, take out the towel and soap, and wash hands using soap and water. Dry hands thoroughly.
Put on the apron with the clean side facing outward, protecting the nurse’s uniform.
Lay out all necessary articles needed for the specific care task, ensuring they are readily accessible.
- Close the bag and place it in a designated corner of the working area to prevent contamination.
- Proceed with performing the necessary nursing care treatment according to the patient’s needs.
- After providing treatment, clean all used items and perform handwashing to prevent infection transmission.
- Open the bag and return all used items to their proper places after cleaning them. Close the bag securely.
- Remove the apron, folding it with the soiled side in and the clean side out. Place it in the bag for disposal.
- Document all necessary data, observations, care rendered, and instructions for patient care in the record. Provide education and instructions for patient care in the nurse’s absence.
- Make an appointment for the next visit, whether at home or the clinic, noting the date and time.
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