Author Question: The appropriate OR attire for a visitor whose presence in the OR will be brief is a one-piece ... (Read 31 times)

beccaep · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

The appropriate OR attire for a visitor whose presence in the OR will be brief is a one-piece coverall, head cover, mask, and shoe covers.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Some sterile team members are known carriers of pathogenic microorganisms. How should they be treated?

a. No treatment is necessary.
b. A mask will cover any microorganism.
c. They should be treated with medicine.
d. They should just be cultured.

mcni194 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
The coverall is useful for people such as a pathologist or laboratory personnel whose stay in the OR suite is brief. The coverall is usually made of white disposable tear-resistant material and resembles a jumpsuit with a front zipper.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Some caregivers carry pathogenic microorganisms and should be treated with appropriate antibiotics, such as mupirocin nasal spray, until nasopharyngeal cultures are negative.