I always ask the client what temperature is ok, they touch the water with the hand and tell me if it has to be more hot or cold until they confirm that it is the right temperature for them. This way we prevent accidents. 4.2. Before offering personal care we must also ensure that toiletries, materials and equipment are within our rich or the rich of the client. It is always better to prepare all before starting, to make sure we have shower gel, shampoo, wet wipes, pads, creams, towels, flanels all ready to use so that we are not in a situation to leave the client because we do not have one thing or another and go look for it.
They should also clean any surfaces e.g. windowsills, door handles, tables, sinks. Floors should also be cleaned with disinfects to kill any germs. routinely clean all visibly dirty items such as bedside tables and night. Cleaners in a care home should clean towels daily, the kitchen should also be cleaned daily and the bathroom and toilet should be cleaned with disinfectant as all the
Once an item has been cleaned it must be dried thoroughly with a disposable cloth to prevent any organisms multiplying. 2.3 Disinfecting agents are used to reduce the number of microorganisms. Disinfectants are governed by COSHH regulations 1999. Storage and usage instructions should be adhered to. The correct PPE should also be used when disinfecting items ensure that the solution reaches all surfaces of the item to ensure thorough disinfection before the sterilisation process can
Used when doing personal care and disposing waste Uniform - You should have a clean uniform when starting your shift and remove your uniform at the end of your shift and take it home and wash it. 5.8 Gloves and Aprons are classed as high risk items so you should dispose them in a yellow bag. Uniform can go in the laundry for a wash. Question 6 6.1 > Wash hands before and after every activity > Wear a clean uniform > Cut and clean nails > Have a Bath, wash your hair 6.3 1. Palm to palm 2.
UNIT-4223-007 The principles of infection prevention and control Outcome1 Understand roles and responsibilities in the prevention and control of infections The learner can; 1. Explain employees ’roles and responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection As a minimum I need to ensure that I wash my hands before and after each activity. However, hand washing alone may not be sufficient for the activity I’m involved in. When assessing the risk of infection, the chances are that if you are assisting somebody to walk from the bedside to the toilet on the ward, hand washing alone may be sufficient. If, however, I was assisting with the repositioning of a patient who is incontinent, I would probably consider hand washing, gloves and an apron.
7,8,Any spillages,i would clean thoroughly and as quickly as possible using the correct materials and equipment for that particular spillage.I would effectively wash my hands using an effective antibacterial soap,after collecting and disposing of body
For example if we are working in a refrigerated area we will be provided with a special protective suit, gloves and headgear. If we are working at a till in a supermarket we will be provided with a smart blouse skirt or trouser. Personal hygiene One of the most important things is personal hygiene, not for the customers, but for people who talk with us. We have to make sure to taking a bath or shower regularly and using a deodorant. Also we have to remember that changing to a different brand of deodorant may be necessary from time to time.
| | | | | | |Washing a contaminated scope. (Gastro |Once a contaminated scope has been used and then come through into the dirty side off scope | |scope/Colon scope) |wash, I first fill my sinks with water and put one squirt off disinfectant which is Thermoton| | |into the dirty side off the sinks. | | |I then put on my PPE which includes | | |Red apron
5.8 Describe the correct procedure for disposal of used PPE Appropriate disposal of single-use items of PPE should be done immediately when you have been dealing with clinical or hazardous waste. You should ensure that reusable items of PPE are prepared for the next time they are to be used (send to the laundry appropriately labelled or disinfect them carefully). Always dispose of PPE in accordance with your organisation’s policies, procedures and guidelines. 6.1 Describe the key principles of good personal hygiene Hygiene is important as bacteria and micro-organisms can be easily transferred by hands, clothing and equipment. Ways of adhering to good standards of hygiene will be documented in your organisation’s standard operating procedures.
It isn’t necessary to take medicine for every headache that develops: Drinking water is often the cure. Dry skin and rashes: Skin in the largest organ. Dryness due to dehydration may cause rashes and marks on the skin. Consuming more water slows the effects of