« previous next »

Author Question: If an item, such as the end of a suture, extends over the edge of the sterile field, can it be ... (Read 19 times)

magmichele12

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 559
on: Jul 18, 2018
If an item, such as the end of a suture, extends over the edge of the sterile field, can it be brought back into the sterile field?
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

It is acceptable to flash instruments if you are in a hurry and don't want to delay a case.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


jlaineee

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 380
Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Once an item falls below the edge of the sterile field, it is considered contaminated and should be discarded. It has been out of the direct observation of the scrub person and its sterility cannot be ensured.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
Unwrapped items and instruments can be steam-sterilized or flashed only if absolutely necessary and no other alternative is available.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Did you know?

When taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors, people should avoid a variety of foods, which include alcoholic beverages, bean curd, broad (fava) bean pods, cheese, fish, ginseng, protein extracts, meat, sauerkraut, shrimp paste, soups, and yeast.

Did you know?

The most dangerous mercury compound, dimethyl mercury, is so toxic that even a few microliters spilled on the skin can cause death. Mercury has been shown to accumulate in higher amounts in the following types of fish than other types: swordfish, shark, mackerel, tilefish, crab, and tuna.

Did you know?

To maintain good kidney function, you should drink at least 3 quarts of water daily. Water dilutes urine and helps prevent concentrations of salts and minerals that can lead to kidney stone formation. Chronic dehydration is a major contributor to the development of kidney stones.

Did you know?

A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances you will get seasonal influenza and spread it to others.

The magnetic field of Uranus as observed by Voyager 2 in 1986. S and N are magnetic south and north The magnetic field of Uranus as observed by Voyager 2 in 1986. S and N are magnetic south and north
Placing sterile item on a sterile field Placing sterile item on a sterile field
Optical microscopes are commonly configured for bright-field (transmitted), phas Optical microscopes are commonly configured for bright-field (transmitted), phas
Edmund Husserl (1859–1938). German philosopher who founded the field of phenomenology. In his ... Edmund Husserl (1859–1938). German philosopher who founded the field of phenomenology. In his ...
An overlapping record extends back thousands of years of tree ring width An overlapping record extends back thousands of years of tree ring width
Guidelines for Field Triage of Injured Patients, Centers for Disease Control, 2011 Guidelines for Field Triage of Injured Patients, Centers for Disease Control, 2011
Video: Ear Virtual Tour Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library