Asked by Àlamìñ Görod on Jul 20, 2024
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Antiseptic solution
A) item placed directly on sterile field
B) item placed off to the side
Antiseptic Solution
A chemical used to stop or slow down the growth of germs and bacteria on living tissues.
Sterile Field
A specific area that is free of all microorganisms to maintain asepsis during surgical procedures and other sensitive medical tasks.
- Realize the value of utilizing sterile approaches to inhibit infection proliferation.
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Tanisha HendersonJul 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Antiseptic solution is used to clean the skin around the laceration and should not be placed directly on the sterile field to maintain the sterility of the instruments and materials that will be in direct contact with the wound.
Learning Objectives
- Realize the value of utilizing sterile approaches to inhibit infection proliferation.