Objective: Develop a comprehensive lesson plan to teach first-year nursing students about Basic Infection Control Practices.
Lesson Plan Overview
| Lesson Title | Basic Infection Control Practices |
| Audience | First-Year Nursing Students |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Learning Objectives | 1. Understand the principles of infection control. 2. Demonstrate proper hand hygiene techniques. 3. Identify common pathogens and modes of transmission. 4. Apply standard precautions in clinical settings. |
| Materials Required | – Whiteboard and markers – PowerPoint slides – Hand sanitizer and soap – Glo Germ kit for hand hygiene demonstration – Printed handouts on infection control guidelines |
Lesson Plan Structure
| Time | Activity | Details | Methodology |
| 0-5 mins | Introduction | Briefly introduce the topic and its importance in nursing. | Lecture |
| 5-15 mins | Learning Objective Review | Go over the lesson’s objectives with the students. | PowerPoint presentation |
| 15-25 mins | Lecture: Principles of Infection Control | Discuss key principles, including hand hygiene and PPE use. | Lecture + Visual aids (slides) |
| 25-35 mins | Demonstration: Hand Hygiene | Show proper hand hygiene using the Glo Germ kit. | Hands-on demonstration |
| 35-45 mins | Interactive Activity: Pathogen Identification | Students identify common pathogens and modes of transmission. | Group activity + Q&A |
| 45-55 mins | Application: Standard Precautions | Discuss and role-play scenarios using standard precautions. | Role-play + Discussion |
| 55-60 mins | Summary and Q&A | Recap the lesson and open the floor for questions. | Discussion |
N580 Module 8- Developing a Lesson Plan to Teach First-Year Nursing Students
Detailed Lesson Content
1. Principles of Infection Control (Lecture)
- Introduction to Infection Control: Define infection control and explain its significance in healthcare.
- Hand Hygiene: Importance of handwashing, use of hand sanitizer, and the “5 Moments for Hand Hygiene.”
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Types of PPE and when to use them.
- Environmental Control: Cleaning and disinfection of surfaces in healthcare settings.
2. Demonstration: Hand Hygiene
- Activity: Use the Glo Germ kit to demonstrate proper handwashing technique.
- Instructions:
- Apply Glo Germ lotion or powder on students’ hands.
- Instruct students to wash their hands as they normally would.
- Use a UV light to show missed spots and reinforce correct techniques.
3. Interactive Activity: Pathogen Identification
- Activity: Split students into small groups. Provide each group with a list of common pathogens and modes of transmission.
- Task: Groups match pathogens with their correct mode of transmission (e.g., airborne, contact).
- Discussion: Review answers with the class and correct any misconceptions.
4. Application: Standard Precautions
- Role-Play Scenarios:
- Scenario 1: Caring for a patient with a respiratory infection.
- Scenario 2: Handling a patient’s blood sample.
- Discussion Points:
- Which PPE should be used in each scenario?
- How to dispose of PPE correctly?
- Steps to prevent cross-contamination.
5. Summary and Q&A
- Summary: Recap the main points of infection control and its application in clinical practice.
- Q&A Session: Allow students to ask questions and clarify any doubts.
Assessment and Evaluation
| Assessment Type | Details |
| Formative | – Observe students during the hand hygiene demonstration and role-play. – Provide immediate feedback and correction. |
| Summative | – Short quiz at the end of the lesson covering key concepts. – Written reflection on the importance of infection control in nursing practice. |
This lesson plan ensures that first-year nursing students understand the importance of infection control and are equipped with practical skills to apply these principles in their future clinical practice.
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