10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of dressing a wound?
To protect the wound from microbial contamination
What should always be checked in a package containing a sterile object to ensure surgical asepsis?
Intactness, dryness, and expiration date
Which action renders a package unsterile in surgical asepsis?
Being punctured
According to the principles of surgical asepsis, when do sterile objects become unsterile?
When touched by unsterile objects
What is the purpose of checking the chemical indicators of sterilization in surgical asepsis?
To confirm if the objects have been appropriately sterilized
According to the Principles & Practices of Surgical Asepsis, which action would cause sterile objects to become unsterile?
Touching sterile objects with unsterile forceps
What is the implication of the statement 'Sterile objects that are out of sight or below the waist or table level are considered unsterile'?
Sterile objects are prone to contamination if not within sight and above waist level
In the context of surgical asepsis, what is the significance of keeping doors closed and minimizing traffic in sterile procedure areas?
To prevent airborne microorganisms from contaminating sterile objects
Why is it important to refrain from sneezing or coughing over a sterile field in surgical settings?
To maintain the sterility of the environment by avoiding droplets containing microorganisms from the respiratory tract
What is the reason for holding wet forceps with the tips below the handles as per the Principles & Practices of Surgical Asepsis?
To prevent contaminated fluid from flowing onto the handle and hands
Test your knowledge of perioperative nursing principles and surgical asepsis with this case study review. Explore the purposes of dressing and the principles and practices of surgical asepsis to enhance your understanding of these important topics.
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