Effective Hand Hygiene

For the past 180 years, scientists and physicians have recognised the importance of hand hygiene. Yet research shows that we still ignore many of the basic principles. Most of us focus on completing tasks we believe will make most difference to patients – as quickly as possible. Without thinking, hand hygiene often gets pushed down the list of priorities.

Understanding hand hygiene principles and the importance of timely and effective hand washing is an integral part of infection control standard precautions. This title helps to improve hand hygiene practice by challenging attitudes and encouraging the changing of behaviours, whilst conveying key learning points in an engaging and imaginative manner.

Consultant: Paul Elliott, MA, BSc, RGN, PGCEA, FRIPH, MHEA, MRTCN

Peer Review: Infection Control Nurses Association

Standards:

Skills for Care Common Induction Standard 3.5.3

Care Council for Wales Induction Section 2.6.1

Health & Social Care NOS/NVQ Units 22, 222, 230, 32 & 361

Subjects covered include:

The Importance of Hand Hygiene • Why We Don’t Wash • Hand Hygiene Techniques • Skin Care • Standard Precautions

Supporting material:

An accompanying CD-ROM contains a Training Pack, which includes a Lesson Plan, 3 group and/or individual exercises and 6 handouts. The CD-ROM also contains Question and Answer sheets a Trainer’s Guide and other supporting materials, all designed to help you prepare and run an effective training session.

Duration:

16 minute DVD/video in 5 sections to be used in a suggested 2 hour training session.