Community Eye Health. 2015; 28(89): 17. Dianne Pickering Janet Marsden When applying or changing dressings, an aseptic technique is used in order to avoid introducing infections into a wound. Even if a wound is already infected, an aseptic technique should be used as it is important that no further infection is introduced. This technique should be used when the patient has a surgical or non-surgical wound in or around the eye. What you will need
Preparation
Removing an old dressing
‘If the site has not improved as expected, inform the treating physician or senior nurse.’ Cleaning and dressing the wound
After the procedure
Contributor InformationDianne Pickering, Nurse Advisor (retired): Community Eye Health Journal, London, UK. moc.liamtoh@nagol_ennaid. Janet Marsden, Nurse Advisor: Community Eye Health Journal, London, UK. Email: . Articles from Community Eye Health are provided here courtesy of International Centre for Eye Health Which action would minimize the risk of infection when placing prepackaged supplies on an established sterile field?The nurse can leave the gauze where it is and discard it with the other used supplies at the conclusion of the procedure. Which action would minimize the risk of infection when placing prepackaged supplies on an established sterile field? Do not allow the wrapper to touch the sterile field.
How can you determine whether the contents of a sterile pack are still sterile?Check packages for sterility by assessing intactness, dryness, and expiry date prior to use. Any torn, previously opened, or wet packaging, or packaging that has been dropped on the floor, is considered non-sterile and may not be used in the sterile field.
Which actions are required by the nurse when preparing for a sterile procedure?-Administer a prophylactic antibiotic before the procedure, as prescribed. -Follow sterile technique during the procedure. -Ensure proper hand hygiene before the procedure. -Educate the patient in order to minimize movement and talking during the procedure.
What part of the sterile field is considered contaminated quizlet?A sterile object/ or sterile field out of your range of vision or below your waist level, is considered contaminated. A sterile object/or field, becomes contaminated by prolonged exposure to air. If the sterile barrier is punctured, torn, splashed or wet, it is considered contaminated.
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