Nurses Role in Infection Control OFollow correct sanitization, disinfection and sterilization procedures OhHelp patient understand basic disease prevention OAdminister immunizations and educate patients about immunizations _ :Three Levels of Infection Control OSanitization — cleaning O Disinfection —- second and scrubbing level used on instruments and instruments and equipment to remove equipments that come contaminated materials in contact with intact and microorganisms mucous membrane Sterilization — complete destruction of all microorganisms- pathogenic, beneficial, and harmless- surface of instrument and equipmentSanitization Methods Ocollecting instruments — place in container with water and neutral pH detergent until you can get to them. Ouse utility gloves always and mask, eye protection and protective clothing if blood, body fluids or tissue are presentSanitization Methods (cont.) Drain disinfectant or detergent solution QO Rinse each piece under hot running water Q Scrub each item using hot, soapy water and small plastic brush Pay careful attention to hinges, ratchets and nooks DrTVRaa MDStandard Precautions * Apply standard precautions to all patients regardless of their diagnosis, and to all contaminated equipments and materials. ¢ Use judgment in determining which protective barriers are necessary.Sanitization Methods (cont.) O)Rinse instruments individually and place each one on a clean towel. QIRoll all instruments in the towel to remove moisture O Place instruments either in trays or bins for storage or wrap for sterilization DrTMRzo MD 8Disinfection O)Wear gloves when handling instruments. ODisinfection solution must cover every surface. QUsed if instrument does not penetrate a patient’ s skin or mucous membranes OlEnamelware OEndotracheal tubes OGlassware OlLaryngoscopes and nasal specula DeTNRae MDStandard Precautions . Hands Hygiene . Use Personal protective SHiaeinnve (PPE) - Gloves Gowns Masks Eye protection Face Shields DrTMR20 MD 10Discard needles and other sharps in .Discard needles and other sharps in the sharp containers which are located as close as possible to the area of use. Don't recap needles, If any ,use the Scoop method (one hand method). L