Multiple Choice
A nurse is preparing a sterile field for a dressing change using surgical aseptic technique.The nurse gathers supplies to prepare the sterile field using a packaged drape.Which option correctly describes how the nurse should set up the field?
A) Don sterile gloves before opening the packaged drape.
B) Clean the bottle of irrigation solution with alcohol before placing the bottle on the field.
C) Avoid dropping sterile supplies close to the 2.5 cm (1-inch) border around the drape.
D) Leave the sterile field unattended to obtain needed supplies.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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