What Precautions Should Healthcare Providers Take?
Healthcare providers must follow stringent infection prevention protocols to protect cancer patients. These include:
- Hand hygiene: Regular and thorough handwashing with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand sanitizers. - Use of personal protective equipment (PPE): Wearing gloves, masks, gowns, and eye protection when necessary. - Sterilization of medical equipment: Ensuring all equipment is properly sterilized before use. - Isolation procedures: Isolating patients with contagious infections to prevent the spread to other vulnerable patients.
