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Good hand washing technique is important because it ensures your personal hygiene and aids to protect those around you as well. Certain techniques are more effective in the complete removal of microbes. See related question below for how to clean hands effectively.
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∙ 13y agoits one of the aseptic technique,, which has done easily to prevent infection
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∙ 9y agoSurgical hand washing is called scrubbing in. Surgeons use a sterile technique to clean their hands and arms before performing surgery.
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∙ 10y agoMany (?most?) disease vectors (Bacteria, viruses) are spread by contact,
and most interpersonal contact is via the hands.
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What is the difference between medical and surgical handwashing?
Medical hand washing is washing of the hands after examining a patient so as to prevent infection. Surgical hand washing is done before carrying out any surgical procedures. It usually involves changing in to theatre clothes and scrubbing the hands up to the elbows with antiseptics like Iodine and chlorhexidine, and after drying putting on sterile gowns and gloves before starting the operation
Which is better, hand sanitizer or handwashing?
handwashing
What is involved in a surgical scrub?
This procedure requires use of a long-acting, powerful, antimicrobial soap on the hands and forearms for a longer period of time than used for typical handwashing.
The most effective way to prevent the spread of disease is what?
Handwashing
List 4 common aseptic techniques?
Aseptic technique is most strictly applied in the operating room because of the direct and often extensive disruption of skin and underlying tissue. Handwashing, a surgical scrub, sterile surgical clothing, and donning sterile gloves are the four common aseptic techniques.
Who is the father of handwashing?
Dr. Simmelweis
How many minutes in handwashing?
2 to 5
How were diseases prevented in world war 2?
handwashing
When should hand antiseptic be use?
before handwashing
What are the release dates for Who Knew - 2010 Global Handwashing 2-54?
Who Knew - 2010 Global Handwashing 2-54 was released on: USA: 15 October 2010
What precautions control the spread of infections?
Vaccinate people and pets against diseases for which a vaccine is available. As of 2003, the vaccines used against infectious diseases are very safe compared to most drugs; Wash hands often; Cook food thoroughly.
Why is handwashing important?
Its the #1 defense in preventing the spread of germs.
