During a sterile procedure, the nurse's sterile gown becomes wet from fluid soaking through it. Which action is required?
Correct answer: C. Replace the contaminated gown and gloves
- A. Continue because the gown still looks clean
- B. Cover the wet area with an extra towel
- C. Replace the contaminated gown and gloves
- D. Dry the gown with a sterile gauze pad
Explanation
Moisture can carry microorganisms through a sterile barrier by strike-through contamination. The wet gown and any affected gloves must be replaced before the sterile procedure continues.
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Asepsis covers the chain of infection, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, standard and transmission-based precautions, sterilisation, disinfection and safe waste disposal. The key distinction is between medical asepsis, which reduces microorganisms, and surgical asepsis, which maintains a sterile field during invasive procedures.
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