Hand hygiene: reasoning through the five moments
Hand hygiene is guided by contacts and risks throughout care. Gloves provide protection when indicated but never replace this reasoning.
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Wounds and dressings: observe before selection
Dressing selection follows assessment of the wound and its context. Describing change, addressing pain and recognising deterioration help adjust the care plan.
Read the notes and situation →Vital signs: measurement, trends and escalation
Useful monitoring connects reliable measurements, their trend and an organised response. This adult guide uses the service’s individualised plan for escalation thresholds and observation frequency.
Read the notes and situation →Pressure ulcers: early recognition, offloading and prevention continuity
Pressure injury prevention centres on actual mobility, skin assessment and sustained offloading of threatened areas. A suitable mattress helps but does not replace individualised repositioning.
Read the notes and situation →Mobilisation and transfer: plan assistance and monitor tolerance
Mobilisation aims to maintain ability and comfort while preventing falls and pressure injury. Plan it with the patient according to clinical condition, prescribed restrictions and the team’s competencies.
Read the notes and situation →Nutrition: recognise reduced intake and handover
Nutritional support begins with recognising difficulties, observing intake and arranging competent assessment. It combines respect for preferences, swallowing safety and monitoring of the prescribed plan.
Read the notes and situation →Medication safety: check, clarify and document
Medication safety depends on a coherent process from prescribing to monitoring. Allied health professionals check matters within their remit, report inconsistencies and involve patients in useful safety checks.
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