Test 5 Surgical Attire Flashcards
Humans harbor microorganisms where
Hair- bacteria, fungus, and yeast
Nose/mouth- streptococcus
Skin- staph aureus (most common)
Why is surgical attire important to patient and us?
Patient- preventative infections
HCW- preventative exposure to blood and fluids
Necessary PPE
Mask
Goggles and lead glasses
Gloves- sterile and nonsterile
Gowns- surgical and lead
Cap
Head covers
Must cover all hair
Change if dirty or ripped
Cap is 1st item donned
Protective eyewear
Protect from bloodborn expoxures
Worn for every procedure
Eyeglass will not surfice
Masks
Surgical mask
N95 respirator
Must be worn during procedures
Snug fit
Remove by strings
Change after each procedure
PAPR
Powered air purifying respirator-
Used for those that can’t wear N95
Scrubs
Provided by hospital(sometimes)
Polypropylene
Tuck shirts and draw strings
Shoes
Closed toed
Anti-slip
Easy to clean
Comfortable and supportive
Barrier from liquids, blood exposure, sharps, falling objects, and equipment
Shoe covers
Disposable
Worn if leaving hospital
Unsterile gloves
Whenever possible contact with blood or body fluids
Moving patient
Replace when dirty
Hand sanitize ASAP
Sterile gowns
Impervious and flame retardant
Level 3
Level 4 most protection
Orthopedic helmet and sterile toga
Attire requirements for total joint replacements
Sterile gloves
Latex free
2 pairs when scrubbing cases
Can change when contaminated easily
