Clean vs. Sterile Technique ⬇Clean technique = reducing germs 🚫Sterile technique = zero germs ⬇CLEAN TECHNIQUE: -NG tube insertion -Cleaning an ostomy site -Administering injections (IM, SUBQ) 🚫STERILE TECHNIQUE: -Inserting a Foley catheter -Central line dressing change -Tracheostomy care 💡What’s another example of when you would use sterile technique? #NCLEXReady #studentnurse #steriletechnique #nursingcare #nurseinthemaking | Nurse In The Making