NURS 3120 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Human Musculoskeletal System, Otoscope, Goniometer
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Infection control practices: assessment techniques, optimal patient positions for examination, equipment. Two levels of guidelines: standard precautions. Measures to reduce the risk of transmitting infection from body fluids and non-intact skin. Applied in all aspects of care to all patients in all health care settings. Guidelines designed for the control of infections among patients with known or suspected infections caused by certain pathogens of epidemiologic significance. Personal protective equipment: gloves, masks, eye protection, face shields, and gowns worn by the nurse. Never recap a needle after patient use. Environmental control: routine of care, cleaning, disinfection. Respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette: contain respiratory secretions of people who are symptomatic to respiratory infections. Cover mouth/nose with tissue when coughing or sneezing and dispose of it. Wear a surgical mask if patient can. Keep distance of at least 3 people. Patient placement: single room if they have an infection or can contaminate the environment. Of skin, not immune system: type iv dermatitis.
