Author Question: While draping, it is acceptable to reach over the OR bed to drape the opposite side. Indicate ... (Read 27 times)

Pineapplelove6 · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

While draping, it is acceptable to reach over the OR bed to drape the opposite side.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

A safety strap is secured across the abdomen during the procedure when the patient is in the lithotomy position.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Liddy · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Never reach across a nonsterile surface, go around to the other side to finish draping.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
Belting a safety belt across a patient's abdomen during the lithotomy position can cause compression of the abdominal structures. The safety belt is used only before and after the procedure when the patient's legs are down.