Proper Handwashing Techniques

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| Stephanie Oster Student number 21778827 Exam number 405422 Directions for Proper Hand Washing 1. Soap up hands thoroughly. No need to use antibacterial soap. Should take 15 seconds. | 2. Make sure you scrub between your fingers, including the sides and in the creases. | 3. Rub your palm on the top of the opposite hand. | 4. Scrub your nails against the opposite palm. Use a brush or nail file for visible dirt under nails. | 5. Rinse thoroughly holding hands in a downward direction, then use a towel to turn off the faucet. If possible, use the towel to open the door, then throw it out. Directions for Proper Diaper Changing 1. Wear a new pair of disposable gloves prior to each diaper change. 2. Place child on a clean, disinfected, dry changing table. 3. Clean child’s body with a pre-moistened disposable wipe. 4. Remove gloves and discard with soiled diaper in a lined and covered trash receptacle. 5. Replace soiled diapers and clothing with clean items. 6. Place soiled clothes in a plastic bag. 7. Wash child’s hands under running water with soap and dry their hands with a disposable towel. 8. Return the child to the crib or play. 9. Disinfect the following: • Diapering area • Equipment and supplies • Any surface or furnishings that could be contaminated with urine or feces 10. WASH YOUR HANDS 1. Did you feel confident about your demonstrations? Why or why not? Yes I felt confident because, I practiced several times on my own child prior to doing my demonstration at the child care center. 2. Is there anything you would change about your demonstrations? If yes, what? If not, why? I would have added that with active children it is easier to give them a toy to keep their hands busy and the child occupied while you change them, thus the changing goes smoother for everyone. 3. What have you

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