As an intraoperative nurse, you know that maintaining an aseptic environment in the operating room is essential. When moving around surgical areas, what distance must be kept from the sterile field?
A) 2 feet
B) 18 inches
C) 1 foot
D) 6 inches
Ans: C
Feedback: Sterile areas must be kept in view during movement around the area. At least a 1-foot distance from the sterile field must be maintained to prevent inadvertent contamination. This makes options A, B, and D incorrect.
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