Feeling Isolated
What does the "Plus" mean in "Contact Plus" Isolation?
Bleach/washing hands/terminal clean for EVS
What does the "dwell time" mean for wipes?
Wet time
How often should central line dressings be changed?
7 days or as needed
What is the most important thing you can do to prevent the spread of germs?
Hand Hygiene
Can bed bugs jump or fly?
No
What type of isolation is used for a patient with influenza?
Droplet
What types of wipes should be used for contact plus isolation patients?
Bleach
Patients with a central line and every ICU patient get what type of bath daily?
CHG
What vaccine is associated with the prevention of measles virus?
MMR
Where would you go to find infection prevention policies?
The Well
How do you know which masks to wear if you enter an Airborne isolation room?
N-95/Fit tested
What are common types of organisms that require contact plus isolation?
C. difficile, C. auris
How many days can a foley be in before being at risk for a CAUTI?
Two
What disinfectant kills norovirus?
Bleach
Name 3 things that can be thrown in the sharps container.
Needles, scissors, scalpel, etc.
How long are patients isolated for Candida auris?
Indefinite
How many wipes are required for glucometer cleaning?
Two super sani cloths
What site is the highest risk for a CLABSI?
Femoral
What bacteria would you think of if a patient comes in with c/o infected spider or bug bite?
MRSA
Staff should be fit tested annually for what type of PPE?
N95
What two organisms causing bacterial meningitis require isolation?
Neisseria meningitidis, Haemophilus influenza
Name 3 reservoirs for infection found in a patient room?
Bedside table, toilet, handrails, etc.
Name 3 indications for foley insertion.
I&O's, obstruction/retention, post-op, trauma, comfort, wounds, etc.
What organism has been associated with construction in hospitals?
Aspergillus
What do you do if you had a bloodborne pathogen exposure, i.e. sharps/needlestick or splash?
Wash area then safety pause