PERIOP 101, STERILIZATION AND DISINFECTION QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

Sterile Correct Answer The absence of all living microorganisms. Aseptic Correct Answer The absence of all pathogenic microorganisms. Sterile field Correct Answer The area surrounding the site of the incision or perforation into tissue, or the site of introduction of an instrument into a body orifice that has been prepared for an invasive procedure. What does the sterile field include? Correct Answer All working areas, furniture, and equipment covered with sterile drapes and drape accessories, and all personnel in sterile attire. Sterile technique Correct Answer The use of specific actions and activities to prevent contamination and maintain sterility of identified areas during operative or other invasive procedures. Aseptic Practices Correct Answer Patterns of behavior and processes that are implemented to prevent microbial contamination. The concept that allows for no compromise in the principles of aseptic technique. Correct Answer Surgical conscience. Pre-existing infection as a risk factor for surgical site infection Correct Answer The presence of infection anywhere on the body is always a contraindication for elective surgery. Surgical technique as a risk factor for surgical site infection Correct Answer Although necessary, catheters and drains may increase the risk of infection because they provide a pathway for the migration of organisms. Length of surgery as a risk factor for surgical site infection Correct Answer The longer the surgery the greater the risk of infection. Type of surgery as a risk factor for surgical site infection Correct Answer Traumatic wounds and procedures that require entering the respiratory and GI tract increase the risk of infection. Pre-existing conditions as a risk factor for surgical site infection Correct Answer Obesity is a risk factor because less blood is supplied to fatty tissue, and lower tissue perfusion increases the susceptibility to infection.