CNO Practice Standard
Infection Prevention and Control
Standard Statements
Understand and apply evidence-based measures
Exercise professional judgement
Reduce risk through appropriate handling, cleaning and disposal
Appropriate and timely communication
Preventing Transmission of Infection
Handwashing
Use of PPE
Care of Equipment
Health Practices of the Nurse
"Handwashing is the single most important infection prevention and control practice." CNO
What are your health practices like?
Is your immunization up to date?
Are you applying lip balm/lipstick?
Are you eating & drinking at staff station?
Are you touching your hair, glasses, contacts?
Do you perform hand hygiene before eating, after toileting?
CNO Infection Prevention and Control Learning Module
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