Author Question: What are the parameters of the sterile areas on the front of a gown? a. From the neckline to the ... (Read 82 times)

lb_gilbert · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

What are the parameters of the sterile areas on the front of a gown?

a. From the neckline to the waist
b. From the chest level down to below the waist
c. From the chest level to the level of the sterile field
d. From the chest level down to knee level

Question 2

What is the proper way an unsterile person should wear their warm-up jacket?

a. Don't wear one
b. Roll up the sleeves
c. Leave it open
d. Button it completely

Kjones0604 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Gowns are considered sterile only from the chest to the level of the sterile field in front and from 2 inches above the elbows to the cuffs on the sleeves. The level of the surgical site establishes the level of the sterile field.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Unsterile personnel should wear long sleeved jackets with knitted cuffs. Fronts of jackets should be buttoned completely. An open jacket can contaminate a sterile surface by falling open.