DQE HD112 Initial Contact - RAIN

This course reviews the steps necessary to properly recognize a contaminated individual, how to limit the risk of secondary exposure, and the procedure for implementing the hospital’s emergency response plan.
Since 1990, DQE has led the way with our practical approach to emergency preparedness. Our team of safety experts is one of the best in the industry, bringing their experience, passion, and knowledge in various fields of health & safety, emergency management & response. Shop our innovative solutions at www.dqeready.com.
0:00 Introduction
0:05 Introduction & Course Objectives
1:11 How Does Contamination Occur?
1:51 Secondary Contamination
2:29 How to Recognize a Contaminated Patient?
2:53 Recognition
4:17 Avoidance
4:33 Isolation
4:52 Notification
5:09 Goal of Decontamination
5:55 When a Contaminated Patient Arrives
6:40 Stay with the Patient
7:14 Could You Properly Handle a Patient?
7:35 Remove Clothing
8:08 Soap and Water Decontamination
9:02 Offer Decontamination Support
9:37 Your Responsibility
10:09 Conclusion