A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is evaluating an assistive personnel’s (AP) use of infection control precautions. Which of the following actions by the AP indicates correct use of the precautions?

A. A surgical mask is insufficient for caring for a client with respiratory tuberculosis; an N95 respirator should be worn to protect against airborne transmission.

B. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer is ineffective against Clostridium difficile spores. Handwashing with soap and water is essential to eliminate the spores and prevent transmission.

C. While bundling linens correctly helps minimize contamination, the action does not pertain to infection control precautions relevant to the scenario.

D. Removing gloves before leaving the room of a client with MRSA is appropriate as it helps prevent cross-contamination and the spread of infection to other areas of the facility. Proper disposal and hygiene practices should always be followed after contact with potentially infected surfaces.

b. Develop learning objectives for the program: This step is essential as it sets the foundation for what the educational program aims to achieve. Learning objectives define what participants should be able to do or know after completing the program. They guide the content and structure of the educational session.
a. Determine what skills to teach the staff members: Once the learning objectives are established, the nurse can identify the specific skills or knowledge areas that need to be taught to achieve those objectives. This step involves analyzing the functionality of the new intravenous pump and identifying the key competencies that staff members need to develop.
c. Identify resources available to meet objectives: After determining the skills to teach, the nurse should assess the resources available to deliver the educational content effectively. This may include educational materials, equipment, personnel, and facilities needed to conduct the training session.
d. Review the staff member's evaluation of the program: Evaluation is crucial to assess the effectiveness of the educational program and identify areas for improvement. By reviewing staff members' evaluations of the program, the nurse can gather feedback on the content, delivery, and overall impact of the training session, allowing for continuous quality improvement in future educational endeavors.