Operating Room Ergonomics

<p>Palm down, fingers pointing towards the person putting on the glove. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To maintain sterility by preventing the glove from coming into contact with non-sterile surfaces. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ensure the glove cuff is properly secured to the gown cuff. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To maintain a sterile environment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To maintain a sterile environment during surgery. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Povidone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent contamination and infection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Muscle strain or nerve compromise (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent infection and contamination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using contaminated instruments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Serious injury to the patient or personnel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Installation of fire alarms and extinguishers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Before placing drapes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To maintain the highest level of aseptic conditions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cold temperature conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Back table (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clean zone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps maintain the sterility of the sterile zone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide a barrier between contaminated and clean areas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patient waiting area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To avoid surgical site infections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Use a blotting rotational motion without retracing to the forearm. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elbows (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5 minutes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Re-scrub your hands. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grasp the gown from the inside top layer only. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>From fingertips to elbows. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dispose of it immediately after use. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It should cover two-thirds of the forearms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To connect the OR to corridors for improved airflow. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scrub team and surgeon. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>At the end of the table by the patient's head and near the OR door. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To evacuate blood, body fluids, and smoke during surgery. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Centrally placed for easy access by the surgical team. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nurse anesthetist and anesthesiologist. (C), Radiology technicians and medical device representatives. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cool, quiet, and filled with sterile air. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To preserve specimens and store medications at desired temperatures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce contamination by microorganisms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Use a nail brush or scrub sponge (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wearing a theatre hat is essential (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent contamination of the surgical attire (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wet hands, apply antimicrobial solution, rub interlaced, perform rotational rubbing, rub thumbs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must be opened but not worn yet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>During the pre-scrub wash step (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using a nail pick after antimicrobial application (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cleaning the patient's skin using agents like chlorhexidine or povidone.

An alcohol-based antiseptic effective for skin disinfection.

An aqueous antiseptic preferred for sensitive skin regions, especially mucosal areas.

Placing surgical drapes around a sterile area to maintain cleanliness.

Risks associated with surgery, including sharp objects and infections.

Surgical tools like scalpels and needles that can cause injuries if mishandled.

Using sterile instruments and disinfecting tools to avoid infections during surgery.

Precautions in surgery rooms to prevent fire, including alarms and extinguishers.

A sterile room where surgical operations are performed.

Team members who are involved in the sterile field during surgery.

Team members who are not in the sterile field, assisting from outside.

The central platform where the patient lies during surgery.

Equipment used to administer anesthesia near the patient's head.

A tool to remove blood and fluids during surgery.

Used for preserving specimens and storing medications.

Lighting equipment used during surgical procedures.

Poor air quality in operating rooms, potentially harmful to patients.

A procedure to reduce contamination risk by cleaning hands and donning sterile attire.

Steps taken before starting the surgical scrub to ensure a sterile environment.

Actions like testing water temperature and preparing scrub materials before washing hands.

Five essential steps to properly scrub arms and hands before surgery.

A cleaning agent used during surgical scrubbing to eliminate microorganisms.

Keeping hands above elbows during scrubbing to maintain cleanliness.

Specific hand movements used in surgical scrubbing to enhance effectiveness.

Adjustable lights installed above the surgical table to illuminate the operating area.

Tables covered in sterile cloth used to hold surgical instruments during procedures.

Contains oxygen and anesthetic gases necessary for patient sedation during surgery.

Operative rooms are kept cold to slow microorganism growth and support staff comfort.

Area in the OR that must maintain the highest level of aseptic conditions.

Surrounds the sterile zone and includes areas like recovery rooms that must remain uncontaminated.

Includes areas like waiting rooms and dressing rooms that act as a barrier to the clean zone.

Area designated for decontamination and removal of used surgical materials.

Rub the fingertips of the left hand on the palm of the right hand and vice versa.

Continue the rubbing motion down opposing arms to just below the elbows.

Repeat steps 1-7, keeping hands raised above elbows; the second wash covers two-thirds of the forearm.

Rinse hands under running water from fingertips to elbows, keeping hands elevated.

Pick up a towel, ensuring it doesn't touch anything unsterile, and dry hands gently.

Hold one end of the towel and dry the opposite hand using a blotting motion moving down to the elbow.

Pick up the folded gown, touching only the inner layer to avoid contamination.

Insert arms into the gown while keeping hands at shoulder level, avoiding body contact.

Slide arms into gown sleeves, ensuring no hands show.

Assistant fastens gown, contacting only inside surfaces.

Gowns secured with ties, buttons, or velcro tabs.

Open the inner glove packet on the sterile field.

Hold glove cuff edge, place on opposite sleeve palm down.

Stretch glove cuff over hand using both hands.

Use gloved hand to put on the second glove similarly.

Keep hands in sleeves and above waist; avoid touching non-sterile items.