Which of the following areas is considered sterile?
a. The entire sleeve of a gown
b. The entire sterile gown
c. The back of the gown
d. The front of the chest to the level of the sterile field
D
Sterilized gowns are considered sterile in front of the chest to the level of the sterile field. Sleeves are sterile from 5 cm above the elbow to the cuff. The neck, shoulders, underarms, and back of the gown are considered to be non-sterile.
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