Asepsis - Video Lesson

Hey, everybody. Welcome back. This lesson discusses a very important topic to all healthcare workers. Asepsis. We will delve into the various components that make up aseptic techniques and discuss why they are crucial in maintaining a safe healthcare environment. Aseptic technique is the practice of minimizing the risk of infection through a variety of interventions and strategies aimed at maintaining an environment free of disease causing microbes and pathogens. Another way of saying this is asepsis is the absence of infectious agents. In healthcare settings, this means creating an environment where the risks of infection are minimized, both for patients and healthcare providers. Infections can be deadly and can compromise the effectiveness of treatments. Therefore, asepsis is not just an option. It's a necessity. Let's look at a scenario that illustrates the importance of maintaining an aseptic environment. A patient who will refer to as Jane visited an outpatient clinic for a tonsillectomy.