Skill 33[1]..Pin Care, External Fixation Device.pdf

SKILL 33

Pin Care, External Fixation Device

EQUIPMENT

Cotton-tipped applicators, sterile

Prescribed cleansing solution

Gloves, sterile

DOCUMENTATION

1. Time procedure performed and cleansing solution used.

2. Condition of pin sites.

PROCEDURE

1. Gather equipment. Promotes organization and effi-

ciency.

2. Wash hands. Reduces transmission of microorganisms.

3. Explain procedure to child and family. Enhances cooper-

ation and participation and reduces anxiety and fear.

4. Open applicators and cleansing solution.

5. Put on sterile gloves. Reduces the transmission of

microorganisms and protects the nurse from contact

with body fluids.

6. Cleanse the site.

a. Dip applicator in cleansing solution.

b. Cleanse each site using a circular motion. Cleanse

from the pin site outward. Cleans from least contami-

nated to most contaminated area.

c. Use a new applicator for each pin site. Reduces the

transmission of microorganisms.

7. Dispose of applicators in an appropriate container.

8. Remove and dispose of gloves. Wash hands. Reduces

transmission of microorganisms.