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.