Which is one of three areas into which the surgical suite is divided?

a. Sterile area
b. Negative pressure area
c. Unrestricted area
d. Waiting area


ANS: C
The surgical suite is divided into three areas: unrestricted area, semirestricted area, and restricted area. These areas are designated by the physical activities performed in each area. The unrestricted area is isolated by doors from the main hospital corridor, street clothes are permitted and the control desk is accessible.

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