Sterility & Theatre Protocols
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.
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10What is the primary goal of maintaining sterility in the operating theatre?
mcqWhich of the following is the most reliable method for sterilizing heat-stable surgical instruments?
mcqWhat is the recommended timing for administering prophylactic antibiotics before surgery?
mcqWhat type of airflow is most commonly used in modern operating theatres to maintain sterility?
mcqWhich of the following sterilization methods is most appropriate for heat-sensitive items?
mcqWhat is the function of chlorhexidine-alcohol in preoperative skin preparation?
mcqWhich of the following is NOT a personal protective measure for surgical staff?
mcqWhat is the standard cycle time and temperature for autoclaving a porous load?
mcqWhat type of sterilization uses high-energy ionizing radiation?
mcqWhich of the following is the main source of contamination during surgery?