What areas of the sterile field are considered contaminated?

a. Just the areas with blood on them
b. The area nearest to the incision
c. The surrounding sterile field and all areas that are in contact with blood or bodily fluids
d. The center of the surgical incision


ANS: C
All of the surrounding areas of the sterile field and all areas that have come into contact with blood or bodily fluids are considered contaminated.

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