The appropriate OR attire for a visitor whose presence in the OR ...

[beccaep]

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]

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.

[beccaep]

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[alexanderhamilton]

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