Abstract:Hand washing is carried out before and after carrying out nursing actions even though wearing gloves and other personal protective equipment. This action is to reduce the microorganisms on the hands so that the spread of infection can be reduced. when washing hands, is when hands are dirty, when arriving and before leaving the hospital, before and after performing the procedure, contact with patients, the patient's environment, before and after preparing food, and after going to the bathroom. Hand washing indi… Show more
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