![]() ![]() It is based on the Australian Guidelines for Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare, released by the National Health and Medical Research Council in May 2019. This module provides a detailed guide on how to perform aseptic technique in any healthcare setting. Barriers prevent the transfer of germs between healthcare professionals, patients, and the environment. ![]() It is an essential nursing skill to prevent the spread of infection. Introduction In the microbiology lab we use aseptic technique to: Prevent contamination of the specific microorganism we are working with. ![]() Notice, how even though very different in approach, they share the same 6 essential elements. Aseptic technique is the procedure performed by healthcare clinicians to reduce the risk of transmission of microorganisms from hands, surfaces, or equipment, to a susceptible site on a patient. In aseptic technique, asepsis is ensured by identifying and then protecting key parts and key sites from contamination. To be efficient as well as safe, there are two types of ANTTApproach, with a single aim of asepsis Surgical-ANTT and Standard-ANTT. ![]()
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