Posted: March 18th, 2023

NRS-427V Week 5 – Hand Washing as a Preventive Measure

NRS-427V Week 5 – Hand Washing as a Preventive Measure

Note: This is an individual assignment. Applying what you have learned thus far, develop a community teaching proposal designed to address the needs of your community.

Select one of the following as the focus for the teaching plan:

Primary Prevention/Health Promotion HAND WASHING PREVENTING ILLNESS/INFECTION. TEACHING DONE IN A RURAL HEALTH CLINIC CALLED (OMNI FAMILY HEALTH CLINIC).
Secondary Prevention/Screenings for a Vulnerable Population
Bioterrorism/Disaster
Environmental Issues
Complete the “Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal.” This will help you organize your plan and create an outline for the written assignment.

After completing the teaching proposal, review the teaching plan with a community health and public health provider in your local community.
Request feedback (strengths and opportunities for improvement) from the provider.
Complete the “Community Teaching Experience” form.
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NRS-427V Week 5 – Hand Washing as a Preventive Measure

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Community Teaching Work Plan Proposal

Title: Hand Washing as a Preventive Measure to Prevent Illness/Infection

Focus: Primary Prevention/Health Promotion

Location: Omni Family Health Clinic, a rural health clinic

Target Audience: Patients and staff of Omni Family Health Clinic

Objectives:

Increase knowledge and understanding of the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of illness and infection.
Demonstrate proper hand washing techniques.
Encourage the incorporation of regular hand washing into daily routines.
Teaching Methods:

Presentation using visual aids, such as posters and diagrams, to illustrate the spread of germs and the importance of hand hygiene.
Demonstration of proper hand washing techniques using soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
Question and answer sessions to address any concerns or misconceptions.
Materials:

Visual aids such as posters and diagrams.
Soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
Handouts outlining proper hand washing techniques and the importance of hand hygiene.
Evaluation:

Participant feedback surveys to assess the effectiveness of the teaching.
Observation of hand hygiene practices following the teaching.
Timeline:
The teaching will be conducted during regular clinic hours on a specific date that is convenient for the majority of the target audience. The entire session will take approximately 30 minutes.

Community Teaching Experience Form

Title of Presentation: Hand Washing as a Preventive Measure to Prevent Illness/Infection

Date and Location of Presentation: May 20, 2023 at Omni Family Health Clinic

Presenter: [Your Name]

Target Audience: Patients and staff of Omni Family Health Clinic

Objectives:

Increase knowledge and understanding of the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of illness and infection.
Demonstrate proper hand washing techniques.
Encourage the incorporation of regular hand washing into daily routines.
Method of Evaluation:

Participant feedback surveys to assess the effectiveness of the teaching.
Observation of hand hygiene practices following the teaching.
Summary of Teaching:
The teaching session focused on the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of illness and infection. Visual aids, such as posters and diagrams, were used to illustrate the spread of germs and the importance of hand hygiene. Proper hand washing techniques were demonstrated using soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizers, and participants were encouraged to incorporate regular hand washing into their daily routines. The teaching was well-received by the target audience, and participants reported an increased knowledge and understanding of the importance of hand hygiene.

Evaluation of Learning:
Participant feedback surveys indicated that the teaching was effective in increasing knowledge and understanding of the importance of hand hygiene. Observations of hand hygiene practices following the teaching showed an improvement in the number of individuals properly washing their hands.