Question

Prior to patient admission to the operating room, the circulator RN and scrub person must:

a) assess the procedure room for all the equipment, supplies, instruments, and furniture needed to start your procedure
b) make sure all equipment is functioning, lights in the OR are working and the OR bed is working with all parts to the bed are available
c) confirm implants and special equipment is available and not expired
d) all of the above

Answer 1

The circulator RN and scrub person need to prepare for a surgical procedure by ensuring that all equipment and supplies are assessed, functioning, and not expired (d) all of the above), and by following patient safety and procedural checklists, including confirming patient identity and procedure details.

Step-by-step explanation:

This comprehensive approach ensures that the operating room is prepared for the surgical procedure with all necessary equipment and supplies being assessed for availability and functionality, including the procedure room, lights, OR bed, implants, and special equipment, and that they are not expired.

Additionally, the preparation process must adhere to established standards to ensure patient safety and the successful completion of the surgical procedure, including handwashing and surgical scrub protocols. As part of the safety checklist, the team needs to confirm the patient's identity, surgical site, and procedure, and that the appropriate surgical counts are completed. They also need to ensure antibiotics are given properly if indicated, allergy considerations are made, the airway risk has been evaluated, and appropriate equipment and assistance are available.