Surgical nursing 1 Flashcards

1
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Define aseptic technique

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Steps taken during surgery to ensure freedom from infection

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2
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define Sterilisation

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Complete destruction of all micro organisms

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3
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Define disinfectant

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Chemical used to destroy micro organisms of inanimate objects

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4
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Define antiseptic

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A chemical used to destroy microorganisms on living tissue

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5
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Define bacteriocidal

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Kills bacteria

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6
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Define bacteriostatic

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Inactivates bacteria

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7
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4 sources of contamination to a surgical patient

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The patient
Surgical team
Air
Visitors in operating theatre

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8
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4 general rules for the use of disinfectants

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Surface being treated should be as clean as possible
Appropriate PPE worn when required
The chemical must contact every surface of the article
Used at the correct concentration

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9
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Why is aseptic technique so important give 6 reasons

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Animal may die
Failure to heal or slow healing 
May lose the client
Increased recovery time 
Pain to patient 
Lead to illness
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10
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How does autoclave work

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When placed under pressure the temperature of the steam rises and becomes a reliable method of sterilisation, air in the sterilising chamber is removed by pressure as the steam is produced

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11
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3 methods for cleaning instruments

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Fresh running water
Ultrasonic cleaners
Chemical cleaners

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12
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Why is instrument milk used

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Used for lubricating the instruments but not cleaning as it’s not a disinfectant

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13
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Why do we wrap packs

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Provide a bacterial barrier
Keeps items together
To label contents

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14
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3 materials used to wrap packs

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Cloth/ linen
Non wovens
Laminates

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15
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How do we label packs what do we use and why

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2 strips of Autoclave tape, with the contents of the pack, date and initials
Used so preparing for surgery you know what packs you have and what you need

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16
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How is effectiveness of sterilisation assessed

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Adequate steam contact
Correct temperature
Correct exposure time
Indicator strip / auto clave tape

17
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How do we handle and store sterilised items

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Stored in a closed cupboard, good temperature not damp area, vermin free
Minimise handling, use protective gloves when taking out of auto clave

18
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6 qualities of ideal surgery theatre

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Good lighting 
No clutter
Good temperature 
Spacious 
One door 
Isolated
19
Q

4 items for patient before anaesthetic

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ET tube, blanket, heat pad,

20
Q

4 ways to minimise hypothermia

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Hypothermia prevent with bear hugger, towel on surgery table, fluid warmer, heat pad under towel

21
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Immediate post op complications and at home

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Laryngospasm And vomiting

At home - pulling sutures out, wound infection