Policy Manual sample

MDT Home Health Care Agency, Inc. OTHER INFECTION CONTROL MEASURES 1. If a severe dermatologic condition exists, a dermatology consult must be obtained prior to treatment. 2. Place linen in laundry bag (clearly labeled), then place the laundry bag with contaminated line in a second clean bag. After treatment with well, linen may be handled normally. 3. Personal clothing should be handled in the same manner. 4. Health care personnel need not receive prophylactic treatment, but they should be observed for signs of infestation. 5. Gowns and gloves should be worn during close patient contact until treatment with Kwell is carried out. 6. The diagnosis of scabies and the treatment involved should be reported to the Director of Nursing, Clinical Manager for her further action (e.g. reporting to the local health department). 7. Condition, treatment and disposition should be charted in the clinical notes. Home Health Agency Nursing Care & Procedures K-3