Background: Alcohol-based hand rubs (ABHRs) are an effective means of decreasing the transmission of bacterial pathogens. Alcohol is not effective against Clostridium difficile spores. What kills C diff on surfaces? Overall, Clorox, Cidex OPA, and Virex were most effective at killing C. diff spores. Clorox and OPA were also effectiveRead More →
Positively charged objects and neutral objects attract each other; and negatively charged objects and neutral objects attract each other. What happens when objects are rubbed together? Objects with like charges repel each other, while those with opposite charges attract each other. … Rubbed together in a dry environment, some itemsRead More →
This technique is performed by rubbing the knuckles of a closed fist firmly and vigorously on the patient’s sternum. Because the stimulus is applied to the core of the body, it is referred to as a central painful stimulus. Why would you not use the sternal rub as a painRead More →