NHS Band 4 Nurse Associate Mock Interview

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Can you give two examples of best practices relating to infection control?

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Jaymie Payne
Jaymie Payne

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"Infection control is extremely important in this setting to reduce the risk and prevent the spread of infection. A very simple example of a best practice is proper hand washing throughout the day. The WHO recommends handwashing before touching a patient, before performing a clean/aseptic procedure, after any bodily fluid exposure risk, and after touching the patient or the patient's surroundings. Proper handwashing should be done for at least 20 seconds with warm water and soap, followed by drying with a clean and disposable paper towel.

Another best practice is the safe management of linens. Clean linens should be stored in designated areas, away from soiled or contaminated linens. If linens are used or soiled, they should be placed in laundry bins near you to reduce the movement of contaminated items. It is essential that any infectious or contaminated linen is immediately placed in a water-soluble bag, safely secured, and tagged. Following these best practices will prevent or reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases among the patients and staff."

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