Which of the following members of the operative team use sterile technique during the surgical procedure? Select all that apply
a. Surgeon
b. Anesthetist
c. Scrub nurse
d. Registered nurse first assistant
A, C, D
The anesthetist is a member of the clean team and remains outside the sterile field. Members of the sterile team include the surgeon, the scrub nurse, and the registered first nurse assistant.
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