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Introduction
Physiology of Normal Skin
Normal Microbial Flora of the Skin
Acquisition and Transmission of Healthcare-associated Pathogens
Issues Related to Infection Control/Exposure Control in the Oral Healthcare Setting
Hand Hygiene
Handwashing
Hand Antisepsis and Surgical Hand Antisepsis
Alcohol-based Hand Rub
Antiseptic Handwash
Surgical Hand Antisepsis
Adverse Effects Associated with Hand-hygiene Products
Other Factors to Consider in the Selection of Hand Hygiene products
Strategies to Improve Hand Hygiene Practices
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Hand Hygiene: Infection Control/Exposure Control Issues for Oral Healthcare Workers

Géza T. Terézhalmy, DDS, MA; Michaell A. Huber, DDS

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Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:

  • Discuss the physiology of normal skin.

  • Discuss the normal bacterial flora of the skin.

  • Discuss the relationship between hand hygiene and healthcare associated pathogens.

  • Discuss issues related to infection control/exposure control in the oral healthcare setting:

    • Hand hygiene

    • Factors to consider when selecting hand hygiene products.

    • Strategies to improving hand hygiene practices.

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