Sterile Field

The border edge of a sterile field is considered part of the sterile field.

• T

• F

A scapel that is free from living microorganism is ____________.

• sterele

• steriel

• sterile

• streril

The border edge of a sterile field is considered part of the sterile field.

• T

• F

A scalpel that is free from living microorganisms is ____________.

• sterele

• steriel

• sterile

• streril

Which of the following is NOT a principle of maintaining a sterile field?

• Avoid reaching over the sterile field

• Keep sterile items above waist level

• Use sterile gloves when handling sterile items

• Allow non-sterile items to touch the sterile field

What is the primary purpose of a sterile field in a surgical environment?

• To enhance visibility

• To prevent infection

• To organize surgical tools

• To reduce noise

Which of the following actions would contaminate a sterile field?

• Wearing a mask

• Touching the field with bare hands

• Using sterile instruments

• Keeping the field dry

In a sterile field, which area is considered the most sterile?

• The outer 1-inch border

• The center of the field

• The edges of the field

• The area below the table

What should be done if a sterile field becomes wet?

• Continue using it

• Dry it with a towel

• Consider it contaminated

• Ignore it

Which of the following is a common material used to create a sterile field?

• Plastic

• Paper

• Sterile drapes

• Cotton