A nurse is inserting an indwelling catheter into a female patient. Which is the most important first step in maintaining a sterile field
a. never turn your back to the sterile field
b. unfold sterile drape away from your body
c. when adding sterile supplies, hold 10-12 inches above the field and allow them to drop
d. inspect the sterile kit for package integrity, contamination and moisture
Answer: d. inspect the sterile kit for package integrity, contamination and moisture
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