Provided By:The CDC There are a variety of ways to safely remove PPE without contaminating your clothing, skin, or mucous membranes with potentially infectious materials. Here is one example. Remove all PPE before exiting the patient room except a respirator, if worn. Remove the respirator after leaving the patient’s room and closing the door. Remove PPE in the following sequence: …
Keeping a Medical Office Clean
Provided By: Medical Bag First impressions say much to a prospective patient, and working in a clean environment is essential for medical staff. Clean waiting rooms, exam rooms, front desks, and bathrooms are important. Keeping germs at bay is prudent. How many patients complain that they don’t like going to the doctor (or hospitals) because they always get sick? In …
Maintaining Good Hygiene in CPR Class
Good hygiene goes beyond hand washing and sanitizer, especially in medical training scenarios. It is key to mimic what is safe in the real world while refreshing important lifesaving knowledge. Following these simple steps can keep you safe during training and beyond. Universal Precautions The safest way to conduct any medical training is to use the industry standard of universal …
5 Ways to Avoid Catching a Virus by Touch
Some viruses, such as Covid-19, can be transmitted by touch, so when there’s an epidemic in your area, you need to handle shared items with care. If an infected person hands you something, for instance, you’ll need to avoid picking up any germs they’ve shed onto the item’s surface. If this can’t be avoided, you’ll need to clean your hands …