During a one- or two-step prep, the skin is cleansed from the outside in, cleansing the incision site last
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: F
The skin is cleansed in a circular or linear motion from the incision site to the periphery. The sponge should not backtrack over the already prepped area.
You might also like to view...
The mother of a 9-month-old baby informs you that her child has yet to make any sounds that resemble words or speech. She asks you if this is normal. What is your best response?
A) "Babies typically begin making words at 6 months. It may be a good idea to call your pediatrician for additional information." B) "It usually takes 10 to 12 months for babies to begin talking. Give it time. This is normal." C) "To be honest, all babies develop at their own pace; this is likely fine." D) "Why don't you take him to your pediatrician to find out what is wrong."
Friends called 911 for a 37-year-old woman who intentionally overdosed on a narcotic drug. Which one of the following eye findings would reinforce that the patient did indeed take a narcotic?
A) Non-reactive pupils that are unequal B) Bloodshot eyes with large pupils C) Pupils that are constricted D) Pupils that constrict to light
Two programs of standards under the OSHA umbrella particularly affect the clinical laboratory, pertaining to chemical hazards and ________.
A. emergency preparedness B. hazmat response C. standard precautions D. bloodborne pathogens
The prevalence of a disease in a certain population is its rate of
A) frequency. B) epidemiology. C) morbidity. D) mortality.