Learn/NCLEX/Syllabus/Safety and Infection Prevention and ControlStudy this course in LearnPractice opens in your NCLEX workspace after you sign in. Questions and lecture notes stay there.Practice this courseOpen lecture notesOfficial rules, eligibility, and dates stay on the NCLEX guide.course outlineEntry-level practice activitiesApply principles of infection prevention (e.g., hand hygiene, aseptic technique, isolation, sterile technique, universal/ standard enhanced barrier precautions)Protect client from injuryVerify appropriateness and accuracy of a treatment orderFollow procedures for handling biohazardous and hazardous materialsFollow security plan and procedures (e.g., newborn security, violence, controlled access, environmental)Use ergonomic principles when providing careAcknowledge and document practice errors and near missesProperly identify client when providing careFacilitate appropriate and safe use of equipmentEducate client on safety concernsParticipate in emergency planning and responseFollow requirements when using restraintsEducate client and staff regarding infection prevention measuresAssess client for allergies and intervene as neededReport, intervene and/or escalate unsafe practice of staff (e.g., substance misuse, improper care, staffing practices)Assess client care environmentPromote staff and workplace safety
