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Hand hygiene01:23

Hand hygiene

Asepsis is the practice of preventing or breaking the chain of infection. The nurse employs aseptic techniques to prevent the spread of microorganisms and reduce the risk of diseases. Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of aseptic techniques and is classified into medical and surgical asepsis. Medical asepsis includes hand hygiene and the use of gloves. Surgical asepsis, or the sterile technique, refers to practices that render and keep objects and areas free of microorganisms.
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Standard Precaution01:26

Standard Precaution

Standard precautions are the minimum infection control safeguards used while caring for all patients, irrespective of their disease condition. They help prevent the spread of common infectious microorganisms to healthcare workers, patients, and visitors in all healthcare settings.
Hand hygiene is the most crucial means to prevent the transmission of disease. Employers are legally required to provide their workers with personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize exposure or contact with...
Handwashing II: Pre-procedure and Initial Procedure Steps01:19

Handwashing II: Pre-procedure and Initial Procedure Steps

The pre-procedure steps of handwashing include removing jewelry and rolling up sleeves. However, many organizations allow staff to wear wedding rings.
The hand washing procedure itself includes the following steps. First, cover cuts, if any, on hands with a waterproof dressing. Cuts and abrasions can become contaminated with bacteria hindering the ability to clean the area thoroughly. In addition, repeated hand washing can worsen an injury.  The nails must be short and clean, without nail paint...
Handwashing III: During the Procedure and Post-Procedure Steps01:15

Handwashing III: During the Procedure and Post-Procedure Steps

To wash hands properly, follow these steps:
Handwashing I: Introduction and Types of Equipment01:18

Handwashing I: Introduction and Types of Equipment

Handwashing is hand hygiene with plain or antimicrobial soap and water to physically remove dirt, organic material, and microorganisms. However, it may not kill all microorganisms. The handwashing procedure requires a hand wash basin, liquid soap, paper towels, a domestic waste bin, and disposable nail cleaner as optional equipment.
Hand wash basins in clinical areas should have faucets that can be turned on and off without using the hands; that is, they should be non-touch or lever-operated.
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Drug Toxicity: Allergic Reactions

Drug-related allergies are immune-mediated responses triggered by the administration of pharmacological agents. These hypersensitivity reactions are classified based on the immune mechanisms involved. The four primary types—Type I, II, III, and IV—are mediated by different immunological pathways and exhibit distinct clinical manifestations.Type I Hypersensitivity/ IgE-Mediated Reactions: Immunoglobulin E (IgE) immediately mediates Type I hypersensitivity reactions. Upon initial exposure to a...

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A Method to Test the Efficacy of Handwashing for the Removal of Emerging Infectious Pathogens
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High-risk workers: the eczematous hand.

K A Barber

    Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
    |January 21, 2011
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    Identifying high-risk workers with occupation-related skin disease, particularly contact eczema on the hands, is possible. This proactive approach aids in effective management and assessment for affected individuals.

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    A Method to Test the Efficacy of Handwashing for the Removal of Emerging Infectious Pathogens
    09:02

    A Method to Test the Efficacy of Handwashing for the Removal of Emerging Infectious Pathogens

    Published on: June 7, 2017

    Area of Science:

    • Occupational dermatology
    • Public health

    Background:

    • Hand eczema is a prevalent occupational skin disease.
    • Contact eczema is the most frequent diagnosis among affected workers.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the feasibility of identifying workers at high risk for hand eczema.
    • To improve the management and assessment strategies for occupational skin conditions.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of epidemiological data on occupational skin diseases.
    • Analysis of risk factors associated with hand contact eczema.

    Main Results:

    • The hands are the most commonly affected body part in occupation-related skin disease.
    • Contact eczema is the predominant diagnosis in this population.
    • Identification of high-risk worker groups is achievable.

    Conclusions:

    • Proactive identification of at-risk individuals is crucial for managing occupational hand eczema.
    • Targeted interventions can improve outcomes for workers with contact eczema.