Keep It Clean: Hand Hygiene And Skin Antisepsis

Course overview

This program will provide nurses with information about the relationship between skin and the transference of pathogenic microorganisms. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to: explain the pros and cons of using gloves as personal protective equipment during patient care, describe three natural features of skin that can support or hinder the transference and growth of microorganisms on the caregiver and patient, and explain how hand hygiene and skin antisepsis work in combination to prevent infection.