Skill Checklists for Taylor's Clinical Nursing Skills: A Nursing Process Approach

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Skill Checklists for Taylor's Clinical Nursing Skills:

A Nursing Process Approach, 3rd edition

Name Date

Unit Position

Instructor/Evaluator: Position

SKILL 4-2

Performing Hand Hygiene Using an

Alcohol-Based Hand Rub

Goal:Transient microorganisms are eliminated from

the hands. Comments

1. Remove jewelry, if possible, and secure in a safe place. A
   plain wedding band may remain in place.


2. Check the product labeling for correct amount of product
   needed.


3. Apply the correct amount of product to the palm of one
   hand. Rub hands together, covering all surfaces of hands
   and fingers, and between fingers. Also clean the fingertips
   and the area beneath the fingernails.


4. Rub hands together until they are dry (at least 15 seconds).


5. Use oil-free lotion on hands if desired.

ExcellentSatisfactoryNeeds Practice