University:
West Coast University
Course:
NURS 180 | Pharmacology
Academic year:

2021
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256

Pages:

1
Author:

Prince Sampson

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Nursing Skill STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ Handwashing SKILL NAME____________________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________ Description of Skill The act of cleansing the hands with water or other liquid, with or without the inclusion of soap or other detergent, for the purpose of removing soil or microorganisms.! Indications Before touching a patient, before clean or aseptic procedure, after a body ßuid exposure risk, after toching a patient, after touching patient surroundings. Outcomes/Evaluation There is no visible soil and microorganisms are removed. Potential Complications N/A ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES CONSIDERATIONS Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post) Remove all pieces of jewelry Wet hands and wrist area Keep hands lower than elbows to allow water to ßow towards the Þngertips. Cover all areas of hands with soap With Þrm rubbing and circular motions, wash the palms and backs of the hands, each Þnger, the knuckles, wrists, and Client Education Teach client the importance of maintaining friction, when washing hands, for 20 seconds. Stress the importance of frequent handwashing. Nursing Interventions forearms. Continue this friction motion for 30 seconds Rinse thoroughly with water ßowing towards the Þngertips. Pat hands dry, beginning with the Þngers and moving upward towards forearms, with a paper towel and discard immediately Use another clean paper towel to turn off faucet. THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A9