If a patient is rolled into the OR and the case is canceled for ...

[arivle123]

If a patient is rolled into the OR and the case is canceled for some reason before the procedure has begun, the tables and supplies can be reused for another case or patient.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

The primary cause of accidental cuts and punctures is from the disposal of surgical sharps at the end of a case.
 
  When cleaning up instruments after a surgical procedure, place unloaded knife handles and other sharp items separate from other instruments so that processing personnel may identify them easily.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

[lgoldst9]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
If a patient enters the room, the setup is considered potentially contaminated and should be torn down and the room cleaned as if the procedure had taken place.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
By placing sharp instruments and unloaded knife handles separately, the processing and cleaning personnel reduce the risk of being cut or punctured by the instrument if they are separate from the rest of the tray.

[arivle123]

Excellent

[kalskdjl1212]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it