hand hygiene Flashcards
1
Q
how should you wash your hands?
A
Remove rings, watches, bangles, bracelets etc
Ensure cuts and grazes are covered
Turn on the taps to achieve an ideal temperature
Apply soap and manoeuvre to create a lather
Manoeuvre for 30 seconds
Rinse of all lather
Thoroughly dry hands with paper towels
Turn the taps off with paper towels or elbows
Apply alcohol based hand rub
2
Q
describe the sequence of steps in soaping hands
A
- palm to palm
- palm to back of hand and interlace
- interlaced palm to palm
- back of fingers to opposite palm and rotate
- each thumb
- fingertips to palm
- wrists
3
Q
When should you wash your hands during a procedure?
A
- always before
- sometimes during
- always after
4
Q
What is a common healthcare infection?
A
MRSA - methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus
5
Q
What PPE should be worn in the clinic?
A
- gloves
- aprons
- face mask
- visor
