INTRO Flashcards
1
Q
what is a complication?
A
unanticipated problem that happens after a procedurem tx, or illness
2
Q
what are the universal precautions taken in the office area?
A
consider blood and bodily fluids contaminated
wear protective eye wear
wear gloves
dont recap needles
dispose of sharps
3
Q
universal precautions taken in the surgical area?
A
wear PPI: eye wear, shoe covers, etc
wash hands
check for blood
remove gown
4
Q
other precautions taken in the surgical area beyond CDC guidelines?
A
double glove cover face utilize basin avoid/minimize fluid use a special bag avoid sharp retractors avoid small suture needles clean blood remove outer gloves when applying bandages
5
Q
post op infection preventions?
A
use meds atraumatic surgical tech good hemostasis rid of dead space proper wound irrigation intact skin, healthy reduce surgical time use prophylactic antibiotics
