gowning

Question 1

is the process of wearing special garments in order to control particulate contamination.

Answer 1

gowning

Question 2

What is the purpose of gowning ?

Answer 2

• To provide a barrier that prevents transfer of microorganisms to the surgical site.
  
  • To protect the operator from exposure to patient’s blood and exudate during the procedure.

Question 3

Principles to Abide by in Gowning
- Only the front of your sterile gown is sterile.
- If you accidentally contaminate an area or yourself, you may be asked to don sterile attire again.
- Practice your surgical conscience.

Question 4

what are the Materials Needed for Gowning

Answer 4

sterile gown

Question 5

Procedure for Gowning (Steps 1-9)

Answer 5

1. Put on surgical cap, shoe covers, a mask, and if necessary, protective eye gear.
   
   • Cap or hood: all facial and head air must be completely covered.
   • Shoe covers are worn.
   • Mask should cover the nose and mouth snugly.
2. Perform thorough surgical hand scrub.
3. Lift the folded gown directly upward from the sterile package.
4. Step back from the table into unobstructed area.
5. Carefully locate the neckband and hold the inside front of the gown just below the neckband with both hands.
6. Let the gown unfold while keeping the inside of the gown toward your body without touching the sterile exterior of the gown with bare hands.
7. Hold the hands at shoulder level and slip both arms into the armholes simultaneously.
8. A circulating nurse who is not sterile brings or pulls the gown over the shoulders, touching only the inside surface of the gown. Pull the gown into place and tie the neckties.
9. The gown nurse then bends forward to make the waist ties, which are then tied by a circulating nurse.