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Figure2.2: Steps of hand washing

2.3 Hand antisepsis
Definition- Use of a waterless, alcohol-based hand rub product to inhibit or kill transient
and resident flor
Purpose:
Is to inhibit or kill transient and resident flora.

Indication
 Before Examining or caring for highly susceptible patients (e.g., premature infants,
elderly patients, or those with advanced AIDS)
 Before Performing an invasive procedure (e.g., intravascular device)
 Before leaving the room of patients on Contact Precautions

Precaution
Handwashing with medicated soaps or detergents repeatedly is irritant to the skin

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