Hygiene and Sanitation

Question 1

Purpose of Hygiene

Answer 1

prevent disease transmission & Minimize allergic reactions

Question 2

Things to keep in mind when it comes to hygiene

Answer 2

fresh, clean breath
long hair tied back
facial hair neatly trimmed
control perspiration
avoid perfume or scented lotions/sprays
nails trimmed with no polish
no jewelry
keep hands moisturized
wash hands/forearms before and after each client

Question 3

Standard precautions

Answer 3

the minimum infection prevention practices that apply to all patient care, regardless of suspected or confirmed infection status of the patient, in any setting where healthcare is delivered

Question 4

standard precautions include:

Answer 4

hand hygiene
PPE
respiratory health/cough ettiquette
sharps safety and injection practices
sterile instruments and devices
clean and disinfected environmental surfaces

Question 5

Be aware that cell phones are considered

Answer 5

hight-touch surfaces

Question 6

if soap and water isn’t readily available use

Answer 6

alcohol based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol

Question 7

environmental cleaning

Answer 7

cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces and surfaces of noncritical patient care equipment

**follow manufacturer’s recommendations for use of products selected for cleaning and disinfection