Infection Control in Healthcare

<p>Engaging in frequent hand hygiene (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Surgical asepsis eliminates pathogens and spores (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contact precautions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Droplet transmission (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transmission via insect bites (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Presence of comorbidities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assessment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Making decisions based on interpretation of data (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Risk for Infection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Local epidemiological trends (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased feelings of loneliness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diagnosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Identifying subtle changes indicating potential infections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Loss of independence requiring reliance on others (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Offering meaningful activities like reading and hobbies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Concerns about appearance and visible signs of illness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing cognitive stimulation activities and routine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Concerns about complications and the future (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Washing hands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By involving them in care decisions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Between each patient (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Encouraging physical activity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Place them in a designated laundry bag (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps address concerns about appearance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wiped down with a disinfectant solution (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gowns or masks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Place them in a clean area away from contamination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rolling soiled linens inward (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Apply a disinfectant solution carefully (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent episodes of incontinence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Encouraging a diet rich in fiber (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Encouraging physical activity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To be mindful of body positioning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Adapting routines to the client's abilities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Proper usage and maintenance techniques (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As prescribed by the healthcare provider (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Changes in the client's condition or preferences (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The type and amount of exercise or activity that an individual can perform. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The loss of the ability to perform self-care or activities of daily living. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Feelings of helplessness and isolation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regular communication and emotional support. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The negative physiological effects that occur with prolonged inactivity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Establishing a comfortable sleep environment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Development of anxiety and depression. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Facilitating opportunities for visits from family and friends. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An infection acquired after admission to a healthcare facility that wasn't present or incubating at the time of admission.

A microbe that has adapted to survive antimicrobials, making treatment tough.

Procedures to reduce the spread of germs, but not eliminate them.

Procedures to eliminate ALL germs, including spores, from an area.

Infection control measures for direct or indirect contact with infected individuals or potentially infected items.

Infection control measures for large droplets expelled from the respiratory system, traveling up to 2 meters.

Infection control measures for small particle nuclei expelled from the respiratory system, that can travel more than 1 meter further via the air.

Another term for healthcare-associated infection (HAI) - infections acquired in a hospital.

Assessing patient comorbidities and psychosocial impact to personalize isolation strategies.

Monitoring disease trends and outbreaks to identify and prevent spreading infections.

A systematic approach (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation) used by nurses to prevent infections.

Using interpretation of information and making decisions to create safe patient care, including infection risks.

Evaluating patient health status to identify signs/symptoms of infection and risk factors.

Identifying patient risks like "Risk for Infection" or "Impaired Skin Integrity" to target preventive solutions.

Pre-existing conditions that make a patient more susceptible to infections.

Consideration of the emotional and mental effect of isolation on patients.

Immobility often leads to needing help with everyday tasks, impacting self-reliance.

Limited movement can cause boredom and frustration due to lack of usual activities.

Immobility can affect how someone feels about their body, especially with scars or changes.

Prolonged immobility can affect thinking skills like memory and concentration.

Worries about health complications, the unknown, or the future can cause anxiety.

Nurses address immobility's impact with measures like promoting independence, providing activities, supporting self-image.

Helping immobile individuals do as much for themselves as possible boosts self-esteem and autonomy.

Engaging immobile patients with books, hobbies, or conversation reduces boredom and frustration.

Setting a routine for bathroom breaks to help prevent accidents.

Using pads or diapers to manage incontinence and maintain dignity.

Eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes to help with bowel movements.

Drinking enough fluids to prevent constipation.

Regular physical activity to promote bowel health.

Establishing a consistent time for using the bathroom to work with the body's natural rhythms.

Not pushing too hard during bowel movements to prevent problems like hemorrhoids.

Staying organized with daily activities like toileting, meals, and exercise.

The amount and type of exercise or activity a person can do without getting too tired.

Losing the ability to take care of yourself or do everyday tasks.

Weakening of the body due to inactivity. This can happen quickly.

Long periods of not moving can lead to negative feelings like sadness, anxiety, and social isolation.

Feeling helpless, isolated, and dependent can cause depression and anxiety.

Not being able to go out or interact with others can lead to loneliness.

Changes in routine and discomfort from not moving can make it difficult to sleep well.

Nurses can help patients cope with the emotional effects of immobility by providing comfort, communication, and opportunities to stay connected.

A set of practices used during bed making to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.

Washing hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand sanitizer before touching bed linens or the patient.

Disposable gloves are worn during bed making to prevent the spread of germs from contaminated linens to the patient or healthcare provider.

Gloves should be changed between patients and when moving from a contaminated area to a clean area.

Removing soiled linens from the bed carefully to avoid creating airborne particles or contaminating the surrounding area.

Wiping down the mattress and bed frame with a disinfectant solution, especially high-touch areas like bed rails and control panels.

Soiled linens should be handled with gloves and placed directly into a designated laundry bag or hamper without shaking or tossing.

Clean linens are stored in a clean area away from potentially contaminated surfaces.