Unsanitary practice?

[GraceNotes]

I work in a pediatric clinic where patients and staff are routinely exposed to fecal matter and blood. We have expanded, and the "new" exam room has no sink. I've been vocal about the limitations of alcohol-based hand cleaners and the need for a sink to no avail; I've been told to stop talking about it. Any similar situations out there?

[nursel56]

There are times when the kiddos spew, sneeze, send an arc of pee in the air, etc when a 5 foot dash to the sink seems too far.

[Orange Tree]

Absolutely. I just filled out my Press Ganey survey a week ago since I was recently hospitalized. I definitely remember the washing hands question... and it wasn't asking if the healthcare provider used a waterless cleaner, but if they "washed" their hands. That question kinda stuck with me for that reason.

The hospital room I was in (med surg floor) had two sinks... one in the bathroom, and one just across from the bed. And the nurses, nurse practitioner, and patient care technicians all washed their hands as soon as they entered the room. Can't say the same for two of the physicians.

We weren't allowed to wash our hands in patients' sinks on my last med/surg unit.

[lkulmann]

We weren't allowed to wash our hands in patients' sinks on my last med/surg unit.

Omgg....I've seen enough for now. I need a break...let me define break. A break is a short period of time to rest, refuel and reorganize so you feel reenergized. This is a good new thread topic!