Hand washing HLTIN 301A – topic 11. What are the goals of hand washing? Remove micro-organisms and dirt Inhibit growth and reproduction of harmful micro-organisms.

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Hand washing HLTIN 301A – topic 11

What are the goals of hand washing? Remove micro-organisms and dirt Inhibit growth and reproduction of harmful micro-organisms Prevent transmission (ie cross infection)

What do these words mean? Pathogen Surgically clean Sterile Asepsis

Give some examples of when you, as a nurse, would hand wash.

On commencing and completing work Before and after contact with a client After contact with blood or body fluids After handling soiled materials Before handling medical or sterile equipment Before and after meal/rest breaks

Procedure and Rationale Remove jewellery Micro-organisms lodge in settings Firm rubbing, covering all areas Friction aids removal Rinse thoroughly Remove cleansing solution, prevent skin irritation Turn taps off with elbows (or paper towel) Prevent recontamination of hands Dry hands completely Minimise spread, moisture aids transmission, may precipitate drying and cracking of hands