LESSON ASSIGNMENT Paragraphs 5-1 through 5-10.

LESSON OBJECTIVES After completing this lesson, you should be able to:

5-l. Identify the purpose of isolation.

5-2. Identify the categories of isolation by name.

5-3. Identify the precautions used for each category of isolation.

5-4. Identify basic principles of isolation techniques including room facilities; use storage, and disposal of equipment and supplies; and the use of masks, gowns, and gloves by hospital personnel.

5-5. Identify the procedures for terminal cleaning of an isolation room.

SUGGESTION After studying the assignment, complete the exercises at the end of this lesson. These exercises will help you achieve the lesson objectives.