CDC Guidelines for Hand Hygiene

Learning Objectives

After completing this course you’ll be able to:

  1. Differentiate between transient and resident bacterial skin flora.
  2. Define various terms associated with hand hygiene.
  3. List the sequence of events necessary for transmission of pathogens from one patient to another via the hands of HCWs.
  4. Discuss the efficacy of various preparations used for hand hygiene.
  5. Discuss factors to consider when selecting hand-hygiene products.
  6. List factors influencing adherence to hand-hygiene practices.
  7. Describe methods used to promote improved hand hygiene.