Moment 5 - After Touching a Patient's Surroundings

WHY:

To protect yourself and the healthcare surroundings from harmful patient germs

WHEN:

After touching the patient’s immediate surroundings when the patient has not been touched.

Patient surroundings include: Bed, Bedrails, Linen, Table, Bedside chart, Bedside locker, Call bell/TV remote control, Light switches, Personal belongings (including books, Mobility aids), Chair, Foot stool, Monkey bar