Surgical site infection Flashcards
1
Q
Increased risk of SSI
A
Shaving wound using a razor
Using non-iodine imregnated incise drape
Tissue hypoxia
Delayed administration of prophylactic antibiotics in tourniquet surgery
2
Q
Preoperative care
A
Don’t remove body hair routinely
If hair needs removal use electrical clippers
Antibiotic prophylaxis
- placement of prosthesis or valve
- clean-contaminated surgery
- contaminated surgery
3
Q
Intraoperative care
A
Prepare skin with alcoholic chlorhexidine
Cover surgical site with dressing
4
Q
Post operative care
A
Tissue viability advice for management of surgical wounds healing by secondary intention
