Chapter 13 The Operating Room Flashcards
What percentage of bacteria remain in the deep skin after scrubbing?
20%
Glove perforations are most commonly in which hand? (dominant vs non-dominant)
non-dominant hand
How long and what type of procedures increase the risk of glove perforations?
> 60 minutes. Orthopedic procedures
T/F: Latex is more resistant to perforations than vinyl gloves
True
Single vs double gloving perforation percentages
Single gloving 12.7-31% perforated
Double gloving 11.5-44% on outer; 3.8-13% on inner
Does double gloving decrease contamination?
No; there are a lower number of holes on the inner glove but similar contamination
Which is scrub preparation more effective, chlorhexidine or povidone-iodine ?
Chlorhexidine
What is the recommended time of hand rubbing with alcohol-based solutions?
2 minutes
What is the recommended time of hand scrubbing?
3 minutes
Passive vs Active surveillance
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