Handwashing and rationale Flashcards
1
Q
1.before washing hands what must be done? 2.the rationale behind it?
A
- remove rings/watches. ensure bare below elbow.
2. As they inhibit good hand washing, doesn’t allow to get under wrist etc. (World health organisation)
2
Q
whats the first step of hand washing?
A
wet hands apply soap.
3
Q
2nd step
A
rub hands palm to palm
4
Q
3rd step
A
rub back of each hand with palm and interlock fingers.
5
Q
4th step
A
palm to palm fingers interlaced.
6
Q
5th step
A
rub tips of fingers into palm
7
Q
6th step
A
rub thumbs
8
Q
7th step
A
rub wrists
9
Q
8th step
A
rinse
10
Q
final step
A
dry.
11
Q
who says to do the handwashing?
A
in accordance with the World health organisation.
12
Q
what are the 5 moments of handwashing and who created them?
A
- before touching a patient.
- before starting a procedure.
- after bodily fluid exposure/risk
4.after touching a patient’s surroundings. - after touching a patient.
In accordance to the world health organisation.
