A charge nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about infection control measures. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
Placing soiled dressings in a biohazard trash receptacle is the appropriate practice for disposing of potentially infectious materials. It helps prevent the spread of microorganisms and ensures proper handling and disposal of contaminated items. Clostridium difficile is a spore-forming bacterium that is not effectively killed by alcohol-based hand rubs. Hand hygiene for C. difficile requires the use of soap and water to thoroughly wash the hands. Droplet precautions typically require the use of a surgical mask, not a gown and gloves. A gown and gloves are used for contact precautions. The recommended bleach solution for blood spills is typically a 1:10 dilution, not 1:20. This concentration helps ensure effective disinfection and decontamination of the area.