This module will cover the principle of infection control. The student will look at and discuss how and why a patient needs to be in isolation. The student will discover how to utilize personal protective gear such as gloves, gowns, masks, etc. There will also be a skills check off by your clinical instructor so that he/she is able to verify your ability to properly don the equipment. In addition, the student will learn how to initiate isolation, obtain specimens and provide for the patient’s emotional needs while in an isolation situation.
Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to apply the nursing process to the following objectives:
Please read: Chapter 17, Pages: 234-237, deWit, Susan C. Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing
Benson, S., & Powers, J. (2011). Your role in infection prevention. Nursing Made Incredibly Easy! 9(3), 36-41.
Davenport, A., & Myers, F. (2009). How to protect yourself after body fluid exposure. Nursing, 39(5), 23-29.