Chapter 13 The Operating Room Flashcards

1
Q

What percentage of bacteria remain in the deep skin after scrubbing?

A

20%

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2
Q

Glove perforations are most commonly in which hand? (dominant vs non-dominant)

A

non-dominant hand

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3
Q

How long and what type of procedures increase the risk of glove perforations?

A

> 60 minutes. Orthopedic procedures

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4
Q

T/F: Latex is more resistant to perforations than vinyl gloves

A

True

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5
Q

Single vs double gloving perforation percentages

A

Single gloving 12.7-31% perforated

Double gloving 11.5-44% on outer; 3.8-13% on inner

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6
Q

Does double gloving decrease contamination?

A

No; there are a lower number of holes on the inner glove but similar contamination

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7
Q

Which is scrub preparation more effective, chlorhexidine or povidone-iodine ?

A

Chlorhexidine

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8
Q

What is the recommended time of hand rubbing with alcohol-based solutions?

A

2 minutes

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9
Q

What is the recommended time of hand scrubbing?

A

3 minutes

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10
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Passive vs Active surveillance

A

Passive involves use of data already available in medical records, admission data, bacterial culture results, and other diagnostics

Active: gathering data specifically for infection control purposes

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