Goal: prevent surgical site infections (SSI). Airflow: laminar, HEPA, positive pressure. Staff: gown, glove, mask, restrict movement. Instruments: autoclave, ETO, H2O2 plasma. Preop: antibiotics within 60 min, skin prep with chlorhexidine-alcohol.
What is the primary goal of maintaining sterility in the operating theatre?
Which of the following is the most reliable method for sterilizing heat-stable surgical instruments?
What is the recommended timing for administering prophylactic antibiotics before surgery?
What type of airflow is most commonly used in modern operating theatres to maintain sterility?
Which of the following sterilization methods is most appropriate for heat-sensitive items?
What is the function of chlorhexidine-alcohol in preoperative skin preparation?
Which of the following is NOT a personal protective measure for surgical staff?
What is the standard cycle time and temperature for autoclaving a porous load?
What type of sterilization uses high-energy ionizing radiation?
Which of the following is the main source of contamination during surgery?
