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Hand hygiene
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2023
Asepsis is the practice of preventing or breaking the chain of infection. The nurse employs aseptic techniques to prevent the spread of microorganisms and reduce the risk of diseases. Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of aseptic techniques and is classified into medical and surgical asepsis. Medical asepsis includes hand hygiene and the use of gloves. Surgical asepsis, or the sterile technique, refers to practices that render and keep objects and areas free of microorganisms. Hand washing...
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Accessory Structures of the Skin: Nails
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2023
Nails are one of the important accessory structures of the skin. They are hard, protective structures that cover the dorsal surface of the distal phalanges of fingers and toes. Nails are composed of specialized keratinized cells and serve various functions, including protection, sensation, and manual dexterity. The main components of a nail include the following. Nail Plate: The nail plate is the visible portion of the nail that extends beyond the fingertips or toes. It is a hard, translucent...
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An Intramedullary Locking Nail for Standardized Fixation of Femur Osteotomies to Analyze Normal and Defective Bone Healing in Mice
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2016
This protocol describes an osteosynthesis technique using an intramedullary locking nail for standardized fixation of femur osteotomies, which can be used to analyze normal and defective bone healing in mice.
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Treatment with Locking Intramedullary Nailing for Intertrochanteric Fracture of the Femur Utilizing a New Awl with a Distal Positioner
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2025
Here, we present a protocol for accessing the guidewire of intramedullary femoral nailing in obese patients using an in-house designed awl. Using the new awl with a distal positioner for the guidewire insertion and opening the bone can increase efficiency in inserting the guidewire and reduce the difficulty of surgery.
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COVID-19 / Coronavirus Outbreak: Guidance for Hand Hygiene for Healthcare Providers to Ensure a Safe and Healthy Environment
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2020
Handwashing is an easy and simple way for healthcare providers to ensure a safe and healthy environment for both the healthcare provider and the patient. The following steps should be followed before and after patient contact. Wet your hands with lukewarm water.
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Cleaning the hands, feet, nails, and surrounding areas removes dirt and limits the buildup of microorganisms that could spread during examination, treatment, or daily care. Regular trimming also reduces spaces where contamination can collect. These measures support infection prevention by lowering avoidable microbial transfer between patients, healthcare workers, and clinical surfaces.
Dry nail folds help prevent persistent moisture around the nail and surrounding skin, where dirt and microorganisms may accumulate. After washing, careful drying supports cleaner tissue and reduces conditions that can compromise the area. This step is especially relevant in clinical care, where maintaining clean, intact skin supports safer examination and patient handling.
The cuticle and surrounding skin should not be injured because damage can compromise the tissue around the nail. Avoiding practices that cut, tear, or otherwise irritate this area preserves its condition while allowing routine cleaning and trimming. Protecting the surrounding skin is important when clinicians inspect nails or provide daily patient care.
Inspection should include attention to discoloration, swelling, tenderness, and other noticeable changes in the nail or surrounding tissue. These findings may be associated with underlying conditions and can provide information beyond surface cleanliness. Recording or communicating unusual observations can help guide further clinical attention during examination, treatment, or routine care.
Begin by washing the hands and feet, then trim the nails regularly using clean tools. Keep the nail folds dry afterward and avoid practices that damage the cuticle or nearby skin. A final inspection can identify discoloration, swelling, tenderness, or other changes, supporting both routine cleanliness and recognition of findings that may need clinical attention.
Careful nail care matters during patient examination, treatment, and daily care because clinicians may contact the hands, feet, nails, or surrounding skin. Clean tools and consistent technique help limit contamination while protecting nail tissue. Nail inspection also adds useful clinical context by identifying visible changes that could be associated with an underlying condition.