Effective Handwashing Techniques

Course Overview: This comprehensive eLearning module is designed to improve the hand hygiene practices of healthcare professionals to prevent the transmission of infections in healthcare settings. The course offers an in-depth look at essential aspects of hand hygiene, including the use of gloves, care for hands, and the effective use of alcohol-based hand rubs. It emphasizes the '5 Moments for Hand Hygiene' approach recommended by the World Health Organization to instill best practices across all healthcare interactions.

Module Content:

• What is Hand Hygiene? An introduction to the basic concepts of hand hygiene, its significance in healthcare, and its impact on infection control.

• Glove Use: Guidelines on the proper use of gloves, including when to wear them, how to properly put them on and take them off, and how gloves should not replace handwashing.

• Hand Care Issues: Strategies to prevent dermatitis and other skin conditions associated with frequent handwashing and glove use.

• Alcohol-Based Hand rubs: Instructions on the correct use of alcohol-based hand rubs, including techniques for effective hand sanitization.

• 5 Moments for Hand Hygiene: Detailed exploration of the WHO's '5 Moments for Hand Hygiene' to highlight critical times for handwashing in the healthcare process.

Learning Objectives: By the end of this module, participants will be able to:

1. Explain the fundamental principles of hand hygiene and its critical role in preventing disease transmission.

2. Apply the correct techniques for using gloves and alcohol-based hand rubs in various clinical scenarios.

3. Recognize and address common hand care issues among healthcare workers.

4. Commit to the '5 Moments for Hand Hygiene' in everyday practice to improve patient safety and quality of care.

Course Features:

• Interactive Video Demonstrations: Step-by-step visual guides to correct handwashing, glove use, and hand rub application.

• Knowledge Assessments:  Quiz

• Support Materials: Downloadable posters, infographics, and guidelines for workplace reference.

• Certification: Participants who successfully complete the module will receive a certificate, validating their proficiency in advanced hand hygiene techniques.