Basic principles of infection control in the home care setting include which of the following?
1. Avoid visits by friends with respiratory infections.
2. Have caregivers follow proper handwashing techniques.
3. Incinerate all disposable equipment and supplies.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. 1, 2, and 3
ANS: A
In regard to infection control, the ARCF and applicable AARC clinical practice guidelines man-date proper handwashing technique by all caregivers. In addition, visits to the patient by friends or relatives with respiratory infections are discouraged.
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