Personnel Flashcards
1
Q
Prep of sx team to maintain asepsis
A
Correct attire Correct hand scrubbing (5-10mins) Hair tied back Nails short Jewellery removed
2
Q
Role of circulating nurse
A
Present at all times Positions patient Prepares & connects equipment Prepare IVFT Opens packets & retrieves extra equipment Records information eg. Counts
3
Q
Role of scrubbed nurse
A
Passes sterile instruments/equipment/materials Prepare instrument trolley Drapes patient Retracts tissues Irritates tissues Cuts sutures Counts
4
Q
Hazards - prevention
A
All nurses trained on equipment use & maintenance
Servicing & PAT testing
All staff aware of risks of volatile gas & O2 cylinders
Scavenging
PPE re. Hazardous chemicals