BAG TECHNIQUE IN NURSING ▪ Put out all the necessary articles needed for the specific

BAG TECHNIQUE care.

- is a tool by which the nurse, during her visit will enable
her to perform a nursing procedure with ease and
deftness, to save time and effort with the end view of
rendering effective nursing care to clients.
PUBLIC HEALTH BAG
- an essential and indispensable equipment for a public
health nurse which she has to carry along during her
home visits.
- It contains basic medication and articles which are
necessary for giving care.
PURPOSE OF BAG TECHNIQUE:
▪ To prevent contamination of bag and equipment, avoid
cross infection, and establish a clean work area.
▪ Protect patients, family members, and healthcare
workers from the spread of infection.
▪ Demonstrate compliance with standards, infection
control principles, and standard precautions.
* Infection Control
STANDARD CONTENTS
▪ Hand sanitizer
▪ Hand Lotion
▪ Barrier
▪ Stethoscope
▪ Sphygmomanometer
▪ Digital Thermometer /Sheaths
▪ Gloves: Latex-free /Non-Sterile
▪ Goggles
▪ Alcohol Swabs
▪ Mask: CPR / N95 Respirator
▪ Impermeable plastic trash bag
OPTIONAL CONTENTS
▪ Flashlight
▪ Tape Measure
▪ Tape
▪ Gown
▪ Penlight
▪ Bandage
▪ Scissors
▪ Sharps Container
THE FOLLOWING ARE STEPS IN PERFORMING BAG
TECHNIQUE AND RATIONALE FOR EACH ACTION:
▪ Upon arrival at the patient’s home, place the bag on the
table lined with a clean paper. The clean side must be out
and the folder part, touching the table
Rationale: To protect the bag from getting
contaminated.
▪ To protect the bag from getting contaminated.
Rationale: To be used for hand washing
▪ Open the bag and take out the towel and soap
Rationale: To prepare for hand washing
▪ Wash hands using soap and water, wipe to dry.
Rationale: To prevent infection from the care provider
to the client.
▪ Take out the apron from the bag and put it on with the
right side
Rationale: To protect the nurse’s uniform.
Rationale: To have them readily accessible
▪ Close the bag and put it in one corner of the working
area.
Rationale: To prevent contamination
▪ Proceed in performing the necessary nursing care
treatment.
Rationale: To give comfort and security and hasten
recovery
▪ After giving the treatment, clean all things that were
used and perform hand washing.
Rationale: To protect the caregiver and prevent
infection
▪ Open the bag and return all things that were used in
their proper places after cleaning them.
Rationale:
▪ Remove apron, folding it away from the person, the
soiled side in and the clean side out.
Rationale: Remove apron, folding it away from the
person, the soiled side in and the clean side out. Place it
in the bag.
▪ Fold the lining, place it inside the bag and close the bag
Rationale:
▪ Take the record and have a talk with the mother. Write
down all the necessary data that were gathered,
observations, nursing care and treatment rendered. Give
instructions for care of patients in the absence of the
nurse.
Rationale:
▪ Make appointment for the next visit (either home or
clinic) taking note of the date and time.
Rationale: For follow-up care
BAG TECHNIQUE: CONSIDERATIONS
1. Staff is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and
completeness of the bag.
2. As homes differ greatly, staff will need to use
judgment in selecting an appropriate work area.
Considerations include: cleanliness of home, adequate
lighting, low traffic area, away from direct currents from
windows, heat or air conditioning vents, safe area for bag
away from pets and children.
3. Bag must be thoroughly cleaned if soiled and
periodically as needed.
▪ Reusable equipment is cleaned with soap and water
in the presence of bodily secretions, dried, then wiped
with alcohol and allowed to air dry.
4. Disposable equipment is used whenever possible.
5. Patient’s equipment (e.g. thermometer, BP unit) is
used whenever possible.
6. The inside and contents of the bag are always
considered clean.