Module 7 : Infection Control, Cleanliness and Hygiene (Part II)

Objectives How to keep surfaces and equipment clean Handling and disposal of sharps and safe medical waste disposal Cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of equipment Patient isolation precautions Standard and transmission related precautions 7.1 Introduction Nursing staff play a vital role in the prevention of pathogens and disease in healthcare institutions. Nursing assistants help to implement hygiene and infection control measures and thereby contribute towards the healt...