During a sterile dressing change, which action contaminates the sterile field?
Correct answer: C. Reaching across the sterile field to obtain gauze
- A. Keeping sterile supplies above waist level
- B. Holding sterile forceps with the tips pointed downward
- C. Reaching across the sterile field to obtain gauze
- D. Opening the outer wrapper away from the body
Explanation
Reaching across a sterile field can allow the sleeve or arm to contaminate the field. Sterile items should be handled within view and without passing over the prepared field.
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