Infection Control

Blood Borne Pathogens and Standard Precautions

Observance of these Standard Precautions is required in all skills lab and clinical activities.

Bloodborne Diseases

The impact of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B (HBV), and Hepatitic C (HCV) have contributed to significant changes in the delivery of nursing care.

HIV

Sterile Dressing Change

Preparation:

Check physician's order
Assess patient's need for pain medication prior to procedure
Check patient's dressing for supplies needed
Gather supplies
Plan how you will do the procedure before you start!

Applying a Sterile Dressing

Sterile Gloving

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Infection Control

Bloodborne Diseases

HIV

Preparation:

Applying a Sterile Dressing

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