Is an OSHA approved antiseptic hand gel an acceptable alternative to handwashing (Tag E1511)?
A. Regarding rule E1511, antiseptic handwash does not negate the need for sinks in the facility; although, the use of antiseptic hand gels is an acceptable practice when used according to manufacturers recommendations. Q. What is considered unstable on the short term care plans? A. That is to be determined by the Medical Director and documented in the short term care plan policy. Q. What is meant by (written) long-term care plans (our facility uses a pre-printed form with patient identification)? Is this acceptable or must this be handwritten? A. Pre-printed forms are acceptable, but signatures must be original. Q. What is the rationale for placing the criteria for discharge in the medical plan of care? A. The discharge criteria refers to reasons a patient may be involuntarily discharged from the facility. Q. Do mandatory inservices count towards the 12 hours of inservice required? A. Yes, as long as it is related to end stage renal disease treatment. Q. Would an inservice on proper do
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