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Checking first the condition of our hands can influence
the effectiveness of hand hygiene, and it’s essential for
infection control.
Skin cracks, dermatitis, or cuts can trap bacteria and
may place patient at an increased risk.
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Hands are the most contaminated part of the arm.
Water should flow from the elbow which is the least
contaminated area over the hands and down the
drain.
Subungual areas (under the fingernails) can harbor
higher concentration of microorganisms.
In addition, long nails are harder to clean and may lead
to more frequent puncture in gloves from the thumb
and forefinger.
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Soap lather emulsifies fats and aids in cleansing. Sink is
contaminated and dropping bar soap causes
contamination. The outside of the bar is contaminated.
Outer layer should wash off first before using.
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Preparation for the equipment needed to be used
minimize the waste of time and to determine if there
are incomplete things before proceeding to the next
step.
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Friction caused by firm rubbing and circular motion
helps loosen dirt and microorganisms. Relathering
ensures more thorough cleaning.
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Wristwatch, rings, and bracelets can increase microbial
count on hands
Removing jewelry makes it easier to wash all areas of
hands and wrists.
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The fingertips should always at the down position
because we clean hands properly from the least
contaminated to the most contaminated part.
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Avoid reaching into sink and touching edge prevents
contamination. Keeping the uniform in distance with
the sink surface can also prevent contamination.
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Water that is too hot can chap skin. Too much force
can cause splashing and spread of microorganisms to
other areas especially your uniform
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The joint forces given by both hands will ensure that
every part of the fingernails has no microorganisms
left behind. Orange stick helps remove dirt and
reduces chance of microorganisms to remain under
nails.
Water should run from cleaner area (elbow) over the
hands and then down the drain. This position prevents
microbes from being rinsed off from the most
contaminated part to the least.
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Be careful not to splash wet into uniform because
it may result in contamination as moisture breeds
microorganisms.
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Rotating motion helps removing dirt and
microorganisms starting from the elbow down to the
hand.
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This position prevents microbes from being rinsed off
from the most contaminated part to the least
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Prevents chapping of the skin. The cleanest areas are
now the fingers and hands to drying should progress
from clean to less clean.
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Running water rinses organisms and dirt into the sink.
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Proper disposal of soiled paper also prevent
contamination that can cause infection. Remember
not to lean your hand too much or beneath the surface
of the trash bin when discarding.
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Using towel or paper tissue can eliminate the
transmission of microorganism from the faucet.
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Keeps clean hands from not touching contaminated
faucet to prevent transfer of microbes.
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Maintaining skin soft and lubricated after hand
washing.
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To maintain the cleanliness of the handwashing area
and also courtesy for next user.
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