Ask the care expert … about enhanced barrier precautions
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Jun 07, 2024
I’m confused by parts of the new enhanced barrier precautions. Do we need to “red bag” used PPE? Do Band-Aids cuts/scrapes/skin tears need EBP also?
Ask the care expert … about skin picking
By
Sherrie Dornberger
May 03, 2023
We have a resident who constantly picks her skin. We have tried medication changes, as did the family before she came to our facility. Do you have any suggestions?
Ask the resident care expert … about precaution types
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Jan 25, 2023
Q: We are confused about the difference between contact precautions and enhanced barrier precautions. Can you help?