standard/additional precautions

Question 1

define standard precautions

Answer 1

Standard precautions should be used by everyone and involve the use of work practices and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where appropriate. They are the MINIMUM requirement for infection control.

Question 2

give 4 examples of standard precautions

Answer 2

• hand hygiene
• Environmental controls
• wearing PPE wear appropriate
• Appropriate handling and disposal of waste

Question 3

When would a nurse have to implement additional precautions?

Answer 3

Nurses may need to implement additional precautions in various healthcare settings to ensure the safety of patients, themselves, and others. These precautions are often necessary to prevent the spread of infections and maintain a safe healthcare environment.

Question 4

Give examples of when a a nurse have to implement additional precautions

Answer 4

• immunised staff
• isolation areas/singled room
• negative air-ventilated room

Question 5

Name three additional precautions you might have to implement for the above situations