Standard Precautions
Standard precautions are used in all hospital settings and with all clients to reduce the spread of infections. They protect health care workers and clients from transmission of organisms through blood, body fluids, secretions, non-intact skin and mucus membranes.
This section is to review the basic concepts of standard precautions such as hand hygiene, glove use and personal protective equipment. Resources to help you with you return demonstration are also included. |