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When adjusting fingers with sterile gloves, what is the proper method?

  • Put on the non-dominant hand first and adjust after finishing
  • Touch the outside of the gloves to fix fingers properly
  • Adjust both hands at the same time and pull forcefully
  • Adjust fingers on the dominant hand first, fix gloves slowly, and only touch the inside of the gloves (correct)

Why is it essential for a nurse to wash their hands after removing gloves?

  • To remove glove residue
  • To stop the spread of microorganisms (correct)
  • To prevent dryness of the hands
  • It is not necessary unless gloves were torn

What is the correct way to add supplies to a sterile field?

  • Drop the supplies directly onto the sterile field without touching them
  • Hand the supplies directly to another nurse in the sterile field
  • Open the package with the edge facing toward the sterile field
  • Open the package with the edge facing away from the sterile field and ensure the arrow points away (correct)

How should sterile liquid be added to a sterile field?

<p>Carefully reach out to the sterile field but do not touch it (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key rule when performing a sterile procedure?

<p>Do not leave the sterile field (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration when selecting sterile gloves?

<p>Choose gloves that fit snugly for proper dexterity and sterility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should a sterile package be opened?

<p>Open the first flap away from you, then the side flaps, and finally the flap toward you (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the sterile field is contaminated?

<p>Replace the entire sterile field and start over (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Adjusting sterile gloves

Adjust fingers on the dominant hand first, touch only the inside.

Washing hands after gloves

Nurses wash hands to prevent the spread of microorganisms.

Adding supplies to sterile field

Open the package with the edge facing away from the sterile field.

Adding sterile liquid

Carefully pour liquid without touching the sterile field.

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Key rule for sterile procedures

Do not leave the sterile field unattended.

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Selecting sterile gloves

Choose snugly fitting gloves for dexterity and sterility.

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Opening a sterile package

Open first flap away from you, then side flaps, last flap toward you.

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Touching the sterile field

If touched, the sterile field must be discarded entirely.

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Study Notes

Sterile Technique - Study Notes

  • Adjusting Sterile Gloves: Adjust fingers on the dominant hand first, fix gloves slowly, and only touch the inside of the gloves.

  • Handwashing After Glove Removal: To prevent the spread of microorganisms, wash hands after removing gloves.

  • Adding Supplies to a Sterile Field: Open the package with the edge facing away from the sterile field and ensure the arrow points away. Drop supplies directly onto the sterile field, avoiding contact.

  • Adding Liquid to a Sterile Field: Carefully pour liquid from at least 12 inches away, avoiding touching the sterile field or container before pouring.

  • Sterile Procedure Key Rule: Do not leave the sterile field, and if the field is accidentally touched, do not necessarily mean the process has to be restarted. Only doctors should perform the procedure.

  • Selecting Sterile Gloves: Choose gloves that fit snugly for proper dexterity and sterility. Double-gloving provides maximum protection.

  • Opening Sterile Packages: Open the first flap away from you, then the side flaps, and finally the flap toward you.

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