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Should surgical gloves be sterile?
Sometimes. Anyone touching the patient or anything else that will touch the patient (instruments, drapes, etc.) or touch the surgical table or equipment in the sterile surgical field, must be sterile, including the gloves. However, all types of surgical gloves are not sterile, but those used in surgery must be. Other procedures (outside of surgery) are considered "clean" but not "sterile", in those cases, non-sterile gloves can be used.
What electromagnetic form can be use in a hospital to keep surgical equipment sterile?
Gamma rays or X-Rays :)
An autoclave is used to sterilize surgical equipment because?
Because non-sterile surgical equipment can carry infectious diseases, bacteria and other organisms from patient to patient which can only be eliminated by an autoclave.
What are the jobs of a surgical technologist?
Surgical technicians ensure that all of the equipment needed for the procedure is properly disinfected and assembled. They also check that the equipment is in working order. They place sterile solutions in areas where they can be easily reached by doctors
What encompasses surgical tech certification?
A surgical tech will assist in the operating room, so much training is given to surgical tools, surgical preps, and surgical procedures. One needs to learn sterile technique and what happens when that field is broken, how to clean the equipment, etc.
Where can I get more information about reproductive area pain?
A surgical tech will assist in the operating room, so much training is given to surgical tools, surgical preps, and surgical procedures. One needs to learn sterile technique and what happens when that field is broken, how to clean the equipment, etc.
Can you put a shirt over your mouth instead of a surgical mask?
Surgical masks are sterile, your shirt is not.
What is a sample job description for surgical tech jobs?
Surgical technicians assist nurses and doctors by organizing supplies and equipment, anticipating needs, preparing sterile dressings, and transferring patients. They also help with cleaning the operating room after surgery.
Is tracheostomy tube care managed with medical asepsis or surgical asepsis?
In tracheostomy care, medical asepsis is performed although you use sterile equipment. - Ed Robert Arnad
Why alcohol is used to disinfect equipment?
Alcohol is used to disinfect surgical equipment and other items which need to be made sterile before re-use because bugs can't live in alcohol. Heat is used for the same purpose.
How long do surgical packs stay sterile?
3 months
Is the skin rendered sterile after a surgical scrub prior to surgery?
Yes
