Key Elements of an Aseptic Techniques Course
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Article Title: Key Elements of an Aseptic Techniques Course
Author: Greg Garner
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An aseptic techniques course is a training module especially designed for people working in the health care system, which teaches them a series of practice meant to reduce the risk of spreading infections. Training courses may differ from one another, but, in general, any program will cover certain key points. These key elements are briefly presented below.
The Purposes of An Aseptic Technique
These types of techniques are measures taken with the intent to prevent the contamination of wounds or other areas of an organism with microorganisms that can produce infections. Aseptic techniques are employed by health care employees while handling patients and medical equipment.
An aseptic technique is considered efficient if it accomplishes two things: antisepsis and asepsis. Antisepsis is the term used to describe the reduction or complete removal of microorganisms from certain sites. Antisepsis is usually achieved through the use of various antiseptic solutions, such as iodine or hydrogen peroxide.
Asepsis represents the process through which it is ensured that no microorganisms enter wounds or other susceptible sites. Asepsis is achieved by ensuring that only sterile items come into direct contact with the susceptible site.
When Aseptic Techniques Have to Be Employed
There are various clinical settings when the implementation of aseptic techniques is mandatory. These situations are represented by:
� Before, during, and after any surgical procedure.
� Wound care by primary intention; that is, in the first 48 hours.
� Wounds that seep, even if 48 hours have already passed.
� Any medical invasive procedure, however minimal, including incisions, sutures, injections, the insertion of urinary and blood catheters, as well as the insertion of drain tubes.
� Vaginal examinations with the use of instruments or when assisting a vaginal delivery.
In some cases, aseptic techniques are not a mandatory requirement, and the health care professional can use a basic cleaning technique. These situations are:
� The removal of sutures.
� Caring for minor wounds, such as bruises or grazes.
� Caring for a wound older than 48 hours, which is not seeping.
� Vaginal examinations that do not involve incisions or breaking of the tissues.
Why Aseptic Techniques Have to Be Implemented
In all of the clinical settings presented above, aseptic techniques are implemented for various reasons, which are briefly presented below:
� Skin that has not sealed allows for microorganisms which are naturally present on the skin surface to enter wounds and produce infections.
� Germs located on the skin of professionals providing care may easily enter susceptible sites, in the absence of proper aseptic techniques.
� The risk of infection increases when instruments are inserted in the reproductive system or the urinary tract, as well as when any type of incision is made.
These are the most important elements covered in any aseptic techniques course. The information contained in a training program is much more extensive that what has been presented in this article, but the main points outlined above should offer you a more clear idea about what an aseptic technique is, when to use it, and why it is important.
About The Author: For more information, please visit our Aseptic Techniques Course website http://www.hipaaexams.com/aseptic-techniques-training.asp
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Article Title: Key Elements of an Aseptic Techniques Course
Author: Greg Garner
Word Count: 538
Article URL: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=1839747&ca=Medical+Business
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An aseptic techniques course is a training module especially designed for people working in the health care system, which teaches them a series of practice meant to reduce the risk of spreading infections. Training courses may differ from one another, but, in general, any program will cover certain key points. These key elements are briefly presented below.
The Purposes of An Aseptic Technique
These types of techniques are measures taken with the intent to prevent the contamination of wounds or other areas of an organism with microorganisms that can produce infections. Aseptic techniques are employed by health care employees while handling patients and medical equipment.
An aseptic technique is considered efficient if it accomplishes two things: antisepsis and asepsis. Antisepsis is the term used to describe the reduction or complete removal of microorganisms from certain sites. Antisepsis is usually achieved through the use of various antiseptic solutions, such as iodine or hydrogen peroxide.
Asepsis represents the process through which it is ensured that no microorganisms enter wounds or other susceptible sites. Asepsis is achieved by ensuring that only sterile items come into direct contact with the susceptible site.
When Aseptic Techniques Have to Be Employed
There are various clinical settings when the implementation of aseptic techniques is mandatory. These situations are represented by:
� Before, during, and after any surgical procedure.
� Wound care by primary intention; that is, in the first 48 hours.
� Wounds that seep, even if 48 hours have already passed.
� Any medical invasive procedure, however minimal, including incisions, sutures, injections, the insertion of urinary and blood catheters, as well as the insertion of drain tubes.
� Vaginal examinations with the use of instruments or when assisting a vaginal delivery.
In some cases, aseptic techniques are not a mandatory requirement, and the health care professional can use a basic cleaning technique. These situations are:
� The removal of sutures.
� Caring for minor wounds, such as bruises or grazes.
� Caring for a wound older than 48 hours, which is not seeping.
� Vaginal examinations that do not involve incisions or breaking of the tissues.
Why Aseptic Techniques Have to Be Implemented
In all of the clinical settings presented above, aseptic techniques are implemented for various reasons, which are briefly presented below:
� Skin that has not sealed allows for microorganisms which are naturally present on the skin surface to enter wounds and produce infections.
� Germs located on the skin of professionals providing care may easily enter susceptible sites, in the absence of proper aseptic techniques.
� The risk of infection increases when instruments are inserted in the reproductive system or the urinary tract, as well as when any type of incision is made.
These are the most important elements covered in any aseptic techniques course. The information contained in a training program is much more extensive that what has been presented in this article, but the main points outlined above should offer you a more clear idea about what an aseptic technique is, when to use it, and why it is important.
About The Author: For more information, please visit our Aseptic Techniques Course website http://www.hipaaexams.com/aseptic-techniques-training.asp
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