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List 4 common aseptic techniques?
Aseptic technique is most strictly applied in the operating room because of the direct and often extensive disruption of skin and underlying tissue. Handwashing, a surgical scrub, sterile surgical clothing, and donning sterile gloves are the four common aseptic techniques.
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.
Can you put a shirt over your mouth instead of a surgical mask?
Surgical masks are sterile, your shirt is not.
How long do surgical packs stay sterile?
3 months
What is the purpose of the surgical hand scrub?
The purpose of the surgical hand scrub is to significantly reduce the number of microorganisms on the hands and forearms of surgical personnel before entering the operating room. This practice helps prevent surgical site infections by ensuring a sterile environment. The scrub typically involves using antiseptic solutions and thorough scrubbing techniques to achieve a high level of cleanliness. Additionally, it serves to establish a routine that emphasizes the importance of hygiene in surgical settings.
Is the skin rendered sterile after a surgical scrub prior to surgery?
Yes
Is sterile technique a term used interchangeably for surgical asepsis?
true
Sterile and non-sterile tray?
it would seem that this question refers to a medical tray, which is used in hospitals to carry surgical instruments.
Would you use transfer forceps during a procedure if you were wearing sterile gloves to handle instruments in a sterile field?
You are not required to use transfer forceps during a surgical procedure of you are wearing sterile gloves to handle sterile instruments in the sterile field.
Q while opening a sterile surgical instrument pack you notice that the sterilization indicator has not been exposed what should you do?
while opening a sterile surgical instrument pack,you notice that the sterilization indicator has not been exposed what should you do
How are medical asepsis and surgical asepsis different?
Medical asepsis - uses clean technique Surgical asepsis - utilizes sterile technique
Can sterile water for irrigation be used in place of sterile water for irrigation?
Sterile water for irrigation and sterile water for injection are not interchangeable. Sterile water for irrigation is specifically formulated for use in surgical procedures and wound cleaning, while sterile water for injection is intended for use in preparing injectable medications. Using one in place of the other could lead to complications, as they may contain different additives or have different osmotic properties. Always use the product that is specifically indicated for the intended purpose.
