Nurses must use sterile dressings on open skin surfaces to prevent infection. We must also keep patient equipment and supplies clean in order to prevent the spread of germs. Nurses must also use personal protective equipment like a mask, eye protection and a face shields if you are near a patient care activity that may involve a splash or spray of body fluids, they should then dispose of all single use personal protective equipment immediately after use. Cleaners should clean toilets with disinfectant to kills any germs. They should also clean any surfaces e.g.
One would hope you picked up bits and pieces along the way in order to help you with this difficult task. You can try to put it off but sooner or later it will be up to you to roll up your sleeves and go elbow deep into the unknown. If you find yourself alone with a dirty diaper nada grouchy baby use the following guide to make the best out. Of a dirty situation. First you need to collect all your tools: a mask for a toxic fume filter for when it doesn't smell like roses, tongs to create several inches of steel between you and the little warm wrapped gift, ear and nose plugs, pacifier as a scream plug, baby wipes for cleaning the babies bottom and other various areas, a hazard bag and rubber gloves to protect you from the nuclear waste, and finally hand wipes to clean up afterwards.
Always wear gloves and an apron and make sure that there is enough toilet paper, ensuring to wipe from front to back to prevent infection. Encourage the individual to wash their hands and wash your own when finished, disposing of waste properly and safely. 4.2 Ensuring toiletries, materials and equipment are within reach of the individual will encourage independence. It is beneficial to promote the use of toiletries to help with personal needs, to prevent infections and to keep bacteria in control. It is important to be organised and have everything together, ensuring that they are accessible and that the individual knows where things are and how to call for help before leaving them.
It is important to meet and maintain the physical care needs of children Context Nappy changing Toilet training Washing and bath time Skin, teeth & hair Mealtimes Non-routine physical care Working in partnership Hygienic practice Effects of poor hygiene Hand washing Food hygiene Spillages safety Safe disposal of waste Correct personal protective equipment 1.1/1.2 Nappy changing: You should change your baby's nappies regularly. Your baby's wee, combined with the bacteria in her poo, may make her skin sore and lead to nappy rash. Wash your hands and dry them thoroughly,
Assessment One Outline the health and safety policies and procedures of the work setting. In my setting I have to learn to do the tasks of: • Nappy Changing • Food Preparation and Clearing • Children’s Sleep Pattern • Fire Procedures • Key Personal files and individual Learning Plans (ILP’s) • The care of the nursery equipment • Lifting and handling • Safeguarding Children • Staff Presentation and Safety • Grievances • Accidents • Security Toilet and Nappy Changing Procedures The Policy and Procedures of the Montessori Lido of toileting and nappy changing. We MUST make sure that we have completely washed our hand so that we have limited the number of germs that might be living on them, all so we HAVE to wear the disposable gloves along with the blue plastic apron. Once we have done that then we let the child get the changing mat while we gather together all the equipment that we should need such as nappy bags, disposable gloves, blue apron, wipes, book of records, the Child’s bag which should contain their own nappies, wipes (if they don’t have the wipes then we can use the ones provided by the nursery) and cream. Once colleted then first we put on the disposable gloves and apron as well as wiping down the changing mat with a small amount of antibacterial spray.
Food should be thrown out or refrigerated after being left out for 2 hours. All reheated food should be heated to 140 degrees F. Make sure you practice good hygiene, by washing your hands, washing utensils before using again, heating properly and storing properly. 1.3 Personal protective clothing (ppe) should be worn when handling food to prevent the spread of germs or bacteria for example if you have a small cut on your hand it could get infected or you could spread infection onto the food therefore spreading to the service user. Using aprons will protect your clothing from becoming dirty but also prevent any bacteria on your clothing spreading onto surfaces and the food you are preparing. Gloves and aprons will also protect your skin from burns from oils, very hot liquids and food containers.
A risk assessment enables all parties, employees, employer and visitors that they are within a safe environment; those things are in place to reduce the risk of harm or potential risk. Describe correct procedures that relate to skincare? Infection control procedures relating to good personal hygiene include: • Hand washing - the spread of many pathogens can be prevented with regular hand washing. You should thoroughly wash your hands with water and soap for at least 15 seconds after visiting the toilet, before preparing food, and after touching clients or equipment. Dry your hands with disposable paper towels.
It is essential that all the necessary supplies are within the parents reach before starting the process, to ensure the baby remains safe at all times. The items needed are: diapers, baby powder, wet wipes, and diaper rash ointment. A clean changing pad layed over the surface being used for changing will help to protect it. Also, a few of the baby's toys would be helpful, in case the infant becomes upset. Begin by lying the baby on a safe, soft surface - such as a changing table; this is a table that is made specifically for the baby's safety.
Adequate sleep is also very important to prevent depression. The patient stated that normally she gets adequate rest, other than when she is dealing with a urinary tract infection. During these times, the patient has frequency and wakes during the night to use the restroom. This also puts the patient at an increased risk for falls. It is important that the patient keep a clear path to the restroom and leave a bathroom light or night light on to help
Become familiar with correct working of equipment, that way you will recognise when things are not right. Check equipment before every use and not use anything that might cause harm. If equipment is unsafe take it out of use and report and record as the policy suggests. A dripping hot tap can be a hazard as it could drip on the person bathing and they could suffer serious burns. Sharp edges on a bath seat could cause skin tears.