Module-3-ppt-Disaster-Nsg (1)

Introduction

• "You are the Goose that lays the Golden Eggs"

• Welcome message

Prayer

• Opening prayer for the session

Disaster Nursing

• Overview of professional skills required in disaster nursing.

• Importantly provides a visual representation for understanding.

Safety and Infection Control Measures

• Key Practices:

  • Perform hand hygiene.

  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) if exposure to bodily fluids is expected.

  • Disinfect client equipment.

  • Follow safe injection practices: one needle, one syringe, one time (Standard Precautions).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Types of PPE:

  • Level A: SCBA and fully encapsulating, vapor-tight, chemical-resistant suit.

  • Level B: Air-purifying respirator, chemical-resistant coverall, gloves, and boots.

  • Level C: Respiratory protection, lesser skin and eye protection.

  • Level D: Typical work uniform for nuisance contamination; protects against splash only.

Levels of PPE Usage

• Most Common Use:

  • Level C PPE is adequate for average patient exposure in hospitals.

  • Level D not adequate for highly contaminated patients.

Standard Precautions

• Applicable to all clients:

  • Perform hand hygiene before and after client care.

  • Wear gloves when in contact with body fluids or broken skin;

  • Additional PPE as needed for splash risks.

Infection Control Classifications

• Contact Precautions:

  • Used for infections like MRSA, VRE, conjunctivitis.

  • Requires gloves and gowns; may involve dedicated equipment.

• Droplet Precautions (MR. DRIPS):

  • Diseases spread by droplets >5 μm within 3 ft of client.

  • Requires mask and private room or cohort with similar infected patients.

  • Examples include RSV, Influenza, Pertussis.

• Airborne Precautions (My Chicken Has TB):

  • Diseases spread by droplets <5 μm.

  • Requires N95 respirator, private room with negative pressure.

  • Examples include Tuberculosis, Measles, Chickenpox.

Multi-Precautionary Systems

• Some diseases require multiple precautions:

  • Example: RSV = Contact + Droplet

  • Example: COVID-19 = Contact + Airborne + Eye protection

Hand Hygiene and Infection Control

• Standard Practice for All Clients:

  • Hand hygiene and gloves.

  • Proper doffing techniques for PPE.

Emergency Response Protocols

• First Aid:

  • Assess scene, check responsiveness, call for help, control bleeding, immobilize injuries.

  • Provide comfort and monitor vital signs.

• CPR Process:

  • Steps for CPR in case of unconscious victim and no pulse.

  • Importance of chest compressions.

  • CPR cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths.

Ergonomic Principles in Nursing

• Lifting Techniques:

  • Bend knees, keep weight centered, do not twist back.

  • Proper posture for computer use.

Managing Injuries and Fractures

• RICE Protocol: (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)

  • Important for managing sprains and strains.

  • Understanding signs of fractures.

  • Assess vascular and neurological function after injury.

Waste Management in Nursing

• Types of Waste:

  • Medical Waste: Dispose according to facility protocol.

  • Infectious Waste: Sharps, bodily fluids, wound dressings.

  • Hazardous Waste: Medications, chemotherapy waste.

  • Radioactive Waste: Handled by certified disposal teams.

Quiz Section

• Contains knowledge check questions focusing on standard precautions and infection control measures.

References

• Cited important nursing textbooks and reputable sources from the CDC for infection control guidelines.