Operating Theatre

Question 1

describe the induction room

Answer 1

it is used for administration of local and spinal anaesthetics and sedations, and also patient monitoring or patient preparation prior to the procedure

Question 2

describe the scrub room

Answer 2

for handwashing, gloving and gowning aseptic techniques

Question 3

describe the preparation/equipment room

Answer 3

keeping accessories and extra apparatus

Question 4

describe the sluice room

Answer 4

“dirty” or “soiled” utility room for efficient disposal of waste products generated during surgery, reduce cross infections

Question 5

benefits of fluoroscopy

Answer 5

• smaller incision by surgeon
• dynamic screening
• fine guidance and navigation, measurement
• reduce dose to patient