ANTT Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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What is ANTT
A
It’s an infection-prevention measure that protects individuals during invasive procedures by minimising the introduction of microorganisms, which could cause an infection, into susceptible sites, surfaces or equipment
2
Q
Key parts and key sites for catherisation
A
Site: insertion site (perineum and urethra)
Parts: whole catheter, part of tubing of urine bag attached to catheter, forceps, syringe hub and nozzle of syringe with lignocaine gel
3
Q
What are the core components of ANTT
A
Key-parts and key-sites Hand hygiene Gloves and non-touch technique Appropriate aseptic field Procedure sequence
4
Q
Standard ANTT
A
Short (10-15mins) Minimal and small key parts and key sites Non-sterile gloves General aseptic field Technically simple
5
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Surgical ANTT
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Longer (>15mins) Large and open key sites, and large and numerous key parts Sterile gloves and other equipment Critical aseptic field Invasive procedures
6
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Micro-critcal ANTT
A
Essential in standard and desirable in surgical – protection of key parts e.g. needle cover
7
Q
Key parts and key sites for injections
A
Key site: injection site
Key parts: syringe hub/tip and the needle
