Post on 01-Jun-2015
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What is Barrier Nursing?
Definition, Uses, Procedures and Directions.
Definition
Used to address highly epidemic/contagious diseases.
Management of diseases which have no existing cure.
Creates a barrier to isolate contagious patient.
Uses
Care and treatment of patients with deadly, contagious diseases which have no treatment options; giving control the main purpose of this practice.
Provides protection for other patients and medical personnel; not infected with the virus.
Directions
Nurse wears pressurised PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) suit with breathing apparatus and body protection material.
Gloves are worn for routine care; to be disposable.
Transport of patient should be minimal; covering colonised/contaminated areas and cleaning surfaces is required.
Protective face-masks required for airborne germs
Infection Control: Methods
Aseptic technique: Reduces bacteria spread. e.g. Hand washing Isolation: Isolates infected patient, prevents airborne bacterial spread
and protects immune-suppressed patient. Blade safety: Avoid infected blood contact, contracting pathogen
through own wound. Linen handling, disposal: Protects from bacteria present in patient’s
skin, contact with it through touching linen. Waste disposal: Prevents spread through medical waste; highly
dangerous. Risk assessment: Analyse every procedure in terms of risk of
contracting the pathogen. Staff health: Upon any anomaly in personal health, everything should
be reported to superiors.
Cleaning Spills
Every spill in such situations is dangerous. Area of spill should be covered with
hypochlorite solution. Clean area with warm water and detergent,
wait or drying. Waste=Clinical waste; yellow sack for proper
hospital procedures.
Risk Management
Routine care= Minimal risk Low-risk=Requires gloves and plastic apron. High-risk/Contact, Liquid splash, Waste
disposal= Wear gloves, mask, apron, eye protection.
PPE required for prolonged exposure and operations.
Staff Health
High risk and moderate chance to contract and spread infection.
Immunisation is required upon contract with restrictions to pregnant, non-immunised staff.
Cover lesions with water-proof dressing. Seek advice if experiencing symptoms. Report accidents and incidents.