2025 Surgical Technology Study Guide: Chapter 5 – OR Design, Safety Protocols & Environmental Standards | Graded A+

This comprehensive 2025 study guide covers Chapter 5 of surgical technology, focusing on operating room design, environmental safety, and critical protocols for maintaining a sterile and safe surgical environment. Learn about OR layout plans (race track, hotel, and specialty grouping), temperature and humidity controls, laminar airflow, and electrical and gas outlet standards. Explore essential safety topics including radiation protection, fire prevention, latex allergy management, and handling hazardous materials like ethylene oxide and bone cement. Ideal for surgical technologists and students preparing for certification exams, this guide ensures a thorough understanding of OR infrastructure, safety regulations, and best practices for patient and staff protection. Graded A+ for detail and clarity.