Write an account: Based on safe infection control techniques using ADPIE (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation) These will be written up to demonstrate the links between practice and the supporting theory. Direct observation (2): Infection control. Assessment Hand washing is extremely important in clinical areas, as it reduces the risk of infections. Infections are caused by organisms which invade the host's defence mechanisms. Effective hand washing can reduce the risk of infections occurring and protect the …
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