Saturday June 6, 2009

Scenario: To perform a central venous catheter insertion - you applied sterile gloves, mask with eye protection, cap and full length gown. You applied full area chlohexidine at procedure site and covered patient from head to toe with sterile drape. What did you miss?


Answer: Handwashing

It may sound silly but handwashing is still required before and after fully sterile prep for any procedure.