RNSG 1105: Nursing Skills Exam 2 Review (Module 6) verified/passed

RNSG 1105: Nursing Skills Exam 2 Review (Module 6)Remember you always start out with - correct answer educating your patient & telling them what you are going to do Always remember - correct answer cultural differences (like when they want a bath or not--only have to give it if they have an infection/skin breakdown & they need a bath) Standard Precautions (medical asepsis) - correct answer Handwashing and gloves (non sterile) any time the nurse may come into contact with: blood body fluids secretions / excretions non-intact skin mucous membranes When to wear gloves/not in reference to hygiene - correct answer wear gloves for soiled linens Wash with antimicrobial soap - correct answer when there is visible contamination & handling bodily fluids (before putting on new gloves) at beginning and end of shifts, before and after wearing gloves for patient care or handling contaminated patient items. Use Alcohol-based hand rubs - correct answer when hands are not considered contaminated Ex. Before and after taking vital signs Hand hygiene - correct answer Before & after care Before & after each patient