SIPCEP shit Flashcards
1
Q
What does the general term hand hygiene refer to?
A
- washing your hands with liquid soap and water
- applying an alcohol based hand rub
2
Q
What is one of the most important things you can do to reduce the spread of harmful microorganisms which can cause Healthcare Associated Infections?
A
Hand hygiene
3
Q
What areas are often missed during hand hygiene?
A
- fingertips
- between fingers
- under rings
- under wristwatches/bracelets
- under nails
- around the thumb
4
Q
How can you prepare your hands before work?
A
- make sure arms are bare below the elbows
- remove all hand/wrist jewellery
- keep fingernails short and clean without nail polish
- assess hands for cuts/cracks/irritation and used waterproof plaster if necessary
5
Q
What microorganisms is alcohol-based hand rub not effective against ?
A
C. difficile and norovirus
6
Q
When MUST you wash hands with non-antimicrobial liquid soap and water? (as opposed to just using ABHR)
A
- if hands are visibly soiled or dirty
- during any suspected or confirmed outbreaks of diarrhoea
- when in contact with someone with C. difficile or Norovirus
7
Q
In what order does PPE get put on?
A
- Apron
- Mask
- Eye protection
- Gloves
8
Q
In what order is PPE removed?
A
- Gloves
- Apron
- Eye protection
- Mask
9
Q
When are the critical times for performing hand hygiene?
A
- before touching a patient
- before a clean/aseptic procedure
- after body fluid exposure
- after touching a patient
- after touching patient surroundings
