Fill in the Blank and Short Answer: OR Attire

How can personal glasses be modified for wear during surgery?

Applying top shields and side shields

When are masks changed?

Between cases and when necessary

Double gloving recommendation: Describe how to double glove.

Bottom gloves should be .5 a size larger than the top glove

Describe your options for protective eyewear.

Disposable face shield, eyeglasses with top shields, goggles, specialized eyewear

Why do you wear eyewear?

For protection against hazards, exposure to blood or bodily fluids

Individuals with beards (facial hair) should wear ___ and/or ___ ___.

Hood beard covers

Which mask is worn for patients with tuberculosis?

N95 respirator

Shoe covers are worn for ___ ___and must be changed when they become ___ or ___ or ___ removed when leaving the unit.

Personal protection contaminated soiled wet

Identify the basics and equipment used to protect yourself from radiation.

Portable lead screen, lead apron, lead sternal/thyroid shield, leaded glasses, lead impregnated gloves

Describe a correct mask fit.

Snuggly over mouth and nose, secure without crossing strings

Analyze the statement "the mask is worn either on or off." Discuss the rationale for the statement. Include the purpose(s) of the mask.

The masks should never be untied and allowed to dangle due to contamination of scrub top, so if its not being worn remove it.

Why is it better to double glove than single glove?

To prevent unknown tears from not being known, fat degrades latex, prevent sharps injury, blood contamination

The major source of contamination in the OR is the _________ of patients and staff.

hair

Surgeon skullcap-type hair covers are warn only if ____.

hair is completely covered

OR attire consists of the ___ ___ and ___ ___.

scrubs suit hair cover

if personnel wear reusable head covers, they must be _____ and made of _____ ___, ____ material.

washed daily lint-free densely woven