Reply With QuoteI'm glad we aren't allowed to wear artificial nails in our facility. I think they are just a breeding ground for bacteria. I wouldn't want someone changing my dressings or doing my care with those nails on. You never know what's under there.
For anyone with nails, this is a good article from Medscape. Of course, each facility has their own guidelines.
What Are the Current Guidelines About Wearing Artificial Nails and Nail Polish in the Healthcare Setting?
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I'm glad we aren't allowed to wear artificial nails in our facility. I think they are just a breeding ground for bacteria. I wouldn't want someone changing my dressings or doing my care with those nails on. You never know what's under there.
Michelle RN-BSN, CSW
ER - 1 year
Peds - 8 years
PACU - just starting
I hear that! I had 'em for under two months...kept popping off, and being a general nuisance.
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