Details for Patient Education Hand Hygiene

The practice of good Hand Hygiene is the best way to prevent the spread of infection.

Two methods of Hand Hygiene:

1. Hand washing with soap and water
2. Alcohol hand rub (located in all patient care areas)

Clean your hands:

2. • before eating
   • after using the restroom
   • after touching any hard surfaces (bedside table, hand rails, and phone).

Doctors, nurses, and visitors must also use good hand hygiene before touching you. It is okay for you to remind them to do so.