Nursing Bag Technique Quiz: Principles and Images

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What is the purpose of the Bag Technique mentioned in the text?

To avoid using any equipment during nursing procedures

To carry basic medications and necessary articles for care during home visits (correct)

To make home visits more challenging

To increase the risk of spreading infections

Which of the following is NOT a principle of Bag Technique as mentioned in the text?

Saving time and effort in performing nursing procedures

Minimizing the spread of infection

Arranging the bag's content for efficiency

Using the bag only during emergencies (correct)

What is a key point to consider about the contents of the Bag Technique as per the text?

Contents should never be replaced

Contents should be arranged randomly

Contents should not be cleaned often

Contents should be ready for emergency use anytime (correct)

How should the bag content be protected as mentioned in the text?

It should be protected from contact with any articles in the patient's home Signup and view all the answers

Why should bag content be arranged conveniently according to the text?

To avoid confusion and facilitate efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse ensure about the Bag Technique contents based on the text?

They should contain all necessary articles, supplies, and equipment for emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What is found on the left rear of the bag?

Bandage scissor Signup and view all the answers

Which item is not mentioned as being in the center of the bag?

Thermometer Signup and view all the answers

Where should you find sterile dressing and cotton balls in the bag?

In the center of the bag Signup and view all the answers

Which item should be carried separately according to the text?

Sphygmomanometer Signup and view all the answers

What is placed in the pocket of the bag?

Surgical gloves Signup and view all the answers

In which section of the bag would you expect to find a spirit of ammonia?

Back of bag, left to right Signup and view all the answers

What should be the orientation of the clean paper lining inside the bag?

Clean side out and folded part touching the table Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after washing hands with soap and water?

Take out an apron from the bag Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the apron after use?

Fold it with the clean side out and place it in the bag Signup and view all the answers

Where should you put all necessary articles needed for specific care?

Inside the bag Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after giving treatment and cleaning all used items?

Return all used items back in their places inside the bag Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before making an appointment for the next visit?

Record all relevant findings about the client and family Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bag Technique in Home Visits

A tool used by nurses to perform nursing procedures with ease and efficiency during home visits.

Purpose of the Bag Technique

An essential equipment for public health nurses to carry during home visits, containing basic medications and articles necessary for giving care.

Principles of Bag Technique

Minimize or prevent the spread of infection
Save time and effort in performing nursing procedures
Show effectiveness of total care given to an individual or family
Can be performed in various ways depending on agency policy and home situation, following principles of avoiding infection transfer.

Points to Consider

Bag should contain all necessary articles, supplies, and equipment to answer emergency needs
Contents should be cleaned often, supplies replaced, and ready for use anytime
Bag and its content should be well protected from contact with patient's home articles
Bag content should be arranged for convenient use, avoiding confusion and facilitating efficiency.

Bag Contents

Soap with soap dish
Linen or paper towels
Aprons
Sanitizers
Thermometers
Measuring Tape
Newborn weighing scale
Glucometer
Benedict's test
Medicine
Dropper
Test tube holder
Test tube
Alcohol lamp
Dressings
Cotton Balls
Cotton Tip Applicator
Syringes (2 and 5 ml)
Surgical Gloves
Cord clamp
Pair of Surgical gloves
Kidney basin
Two pairs of forceps (straight and curved)
Adhesive tape and bandage scissors
Paper Lining for soap dish and bag
Paper receptacle

Arrangement of Bag Contents

Front of Bag: Thermometer, Tape measure, Adhesive tape, Cotton applicator
Right Rear of Bag: 2 test tubes and 1 holder, Medicine dropper, Alcohol lamp
Left Rear of Bag: Medicine glass, Baby scale, Bandage scissor, Rubber suction
Back of Bag: 70% alcohol, Betadine solution, Hydrogen peroxide, Spirit of ammonia, Benedict's solution, Liquid soap, Cotton in sterile water
Center of Bag: 2 pairs of forceps, 1 surgical scissor, Sterile dressing (OS and cotton balls), Roller bandage, Syringes (5 and 2 ml), Hypodermic needles (G19, 22, 23, 25), Sterile cord clamp, Kidney basin
Top Pile, Center of Bag: Hand towel in plastic bag, Soap in soap dish, Apron
Pocket of Bag: Surgical gloves, Waste paper receptacle

Steps for Using the Bag Technique

Place the bag on a clean paper-lined table
Ask for a basin of water or glass of drinking water
Open the bag, take out the towel and soap, and wash hands
Put on the apron and prepare necessary articles for specific care
Perform necessary nursing care and treatment
Clean and return all used articles to the bag
Fold the lining, place it inside the bag, and close the bag
Record all necessary data, observations, and treatment rendered
Give instructions for care of patients in absence of the nurse
Make an appointment for the next visit

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Test your knowledge about the nursing bag technique, a tool used by nurses during home visits to perform procedures efficiently. Learn about the purpose and principles of the bag technique.