Infection Control Week 1

1 source for diseases spread?

the hands

Alcohol-based rubs are most effective at

60%

Aseptic techniques for hand hygiene include the use of

⮚ Faucets controlled by foot pedals
⮚ Elbow handles
⮚ “Electric eyes” (automatic)

highest levels of antimicrobial agents

Surgical scrub products

Surgical scrub procedure …..

does not sterilize hands

When your hands are visibly soiled ….

you must use soap and water

When they are not visibly soiled

you can use hand sanitizer

When you’re about to do surgery

you must do a surgical scrub

Lotions with a base of petroleum, lanolin, mineral oil, palm oil, or coconut oil …..

break down latex gloves, so these types should be used only at the end of the day

keep nails short up to….

1/4 inch long at most

Donning

put on

Doffing

take off

OSHA requires…..

the employer to be responsible for providing, maintaining, cleaning, and disposing of PPE