Book 1 chapter 9
All India Institute of Local Self Government
In this presentation of personal hygiene, environment hygiene has also been included
Aspects we need to know, before we make the first impression, cleanliness, its types and various methods used have been described.
By Dr. Chhavi Bajaj
AIILSG
Personal hygiene is defined as the principle of maintaining cleanliness and grooming of the external body.
Maintaining a high level of personal hygiene will help to increase self esteem and confidence.
Book 1 chapter 9
All India Institute of Local Self Government
In this presentation of personal hygiene, environment hygiene has also been included
Aspects we need to know, before we make the first impression, cleanliness, its types and various methods used have been described.
By Dr. Chhavi Bajaj
AIILSG
Personal hygiene is defined as the principle of maintaining cleanliness and grooming of the external body.
Maintaining a high level of personal hygiene will help to increase self esteem and confidence.
Hygiene is a practice performed for the preservation of health. In popular culture it is also known as ‘Cleanliness’, hygiene in its fullest & original meaning goes much beyond that to include all circumstances & practices. Lifestyles issue, premises & commodities that engender a safe & healthy environment.
Health and Hygiene
Hygiene: Meaning
What is Personal Hygiene
Why required?
Importance of Health & Hygiene
Cleanliness
Teeth
Ears
Eyes
Nose & Throat
Hands
Nails and Fingers
Skin
Hairs
Clothes
Feet
Personal hygiene are the behaviors that must be practiced in daily life, starting from morning to sleep time to protect our health. To protect health, body, hair, mouth and teeth must be cleaned regularly and clothes must be washed frequently
for a healthy life the practices we should follow and the food we should eat are described in the power point presentation.i hope you like my work, thank you.
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Pediatric nurses play a vital role in the health and well-being of children. Their responsibilities are wide-ranging, and their objectives can be categorized into several key areas:
1. Direct Patient Care:
Objective: Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to infants, children, and adolescents in various healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, etc.).
This includes tasks like:
Monitoring vital signs and physical condition.
Administering medications and treatments.
Performing procedures as directed by doctors.
Assisting with daily living activities (bathing, feeding).
Providing emotional support and pain management.
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This includes tasks like:
Administering vaccinations.
Providing education on nutrition, hygiene, and development.
Offering breastfeeding and childbirth support.
Counseling families on safety and injury prevention.
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Objective: Advocate for the rights and best interests of their patients, especially when children cannot speak for themselves.
This includes tasks like:
Communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Identifying and addressing potential risks to child welfare.
Educating families about their child's condition and treatment options.
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Objective: Contribute to improving the quality of care for children by participating in research initiatives.
This includes tasks like:
Attending workshops and conferences on pediatric nursing.
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Implementing evidence-based practices into their daily routines.
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CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary gene-editing tool, holds immense potential to reshape medicine, agriculture, and our understanding of life. But like any powerful tool, it comes with ethical considerations.
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The Promise: CRISPR offers exciting possibilities:
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The Path Forward: Responsible development is crucial:
International Collaboration: Clear guidelines are needed for research and human trials.
Public Education: Open discussions ensure informed decisions about CRISPR.
Prioritize Safety and Ethics: Safety and ethical principles must be paramount.
CRISPR offers a powerful tool for a better future, but responsible development and addressing ethical concerns are essential. By prioritizing safety, fostering open dialogue, and ensuring equitable access, we can harness CRISPR's power for the benefit of all. (2998 characters)
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2.
Personal hygiene may be described as the
principle of maintaining cleanliness and
grooming of the body.
Personal hygiene includes washing and
grooming of-
Hair
Face and skin
Teeth
Ears
Hands and nails
Feet
4. Hand hygiene
Washing hands properly is the most effective
way of preventing transmission of
communicable diseases.
Washing your hands with soap and water can
avoid illnesses likes-
Common cold
Influenza
Hepatitis A
Acute gastroenteritis
5.
You Do NOT Need Antibacterial Soap for
Optimal Protection.
Wash your hands frequently with soap and
water for at least 20 seconds.
Alcohol-based hand cleansers are useful when
soap and water are not available.
Wash the front and back of your hands, as well
as between your fingers and under your nails.
Wash your hands often, especially after
coughing, sneezing, before and after eating,
before preparing food, after handling raw meat,
after petting an animal, and after using the
bathroom.
6. Respiratory hygiene
Do not spit in open.
Cover both the nose and mouth with a
handkerchief or tissue paper when coughing or
sneezing.
Wash hands immediately after contacting
respiratory secretions or touching objects
contaminated with respiratory secretions.
7. Hygiene in food handling
Food handlers should be trained in safe food
handling techniques.
All personnel in food preparation areas shall
wear clean aprons.
Personnel involved in food preparation and any
person entering a food preparation or storage
area should wear hair nets.
Food handlers are to thoroughly wash their
hands before commencing work. In particular,
after using the washroom, after returning from a
break, after snacking or eating, after handling
raw food products, or after any other activity or
instance where hands may become soiled.
8.
Food handlers should remove their watches,
rings and jewelry before working with food.
The operator of a food establishment shall
ensure that all personnel who come into
contact with food are free from any
symptomatic signs of illness or communicable
disease that are transmissible through food.
Personnel with open wounds should not
participate in food handling activities.
Any visitor to a food preparation area should
observe the same hygiene and dress code as
food handlers.
9.
Hair-
Scalp secretes oil, which attracts dirt. So it is
imperative to wash your hair regularly.
Do not share combs, brushes, hats, etc.
Teeth-
Brush atleast twice a day.
If possible brush after every meal or rinse your
mouth with warm water.
Do regular flossing.
Ears-
Do not use ear buds too deep as it push the
wax deep into the ear canal.
10.
Nail-
Keeping nails trimmed and in good shape is
important in maintaining good health.
Clip nails short along their shape but do not cut
them so close that it damages the skin.
Feet-
Wash your feet atleast once a day.
Dry them carefully, especially between the toes.
Change socks daily.
Avoid walking barefoot in public areas.