Question

You are preparing to irrigate a patient's wound. Arrange the following steps in the correct order.

mask gown eyes
take off soiled
sterile gloves
fill syringe
direct stream
dry area

Answer 1

The correct order for irrigating a wound is to put on a mask and gown, wear sterile gloves, fill a syringe with irrigation solution, direct the stream towards the wound, dry the area, remove the gloves, mask and gown, and wash hands thoroughly.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct order for irrigating a patient's wound is as follows:

1. Put on a mask and gown to protect yourself from contamination.
2. Put on sterile gloves, as they create a barrier between your hands and the wound.
3. Fill a syringe with the appropriate irrigation solution.
4. Direct the stream of the irrigation solution towards the wound to clean it.
5. Dry the area around the wound with a clean cloth or sterile gauze.
6. Take off the soiled gloves and dispose of them properly.
7. Remove the mask and gown, being careful not to touch the outside with your bare hands.
8. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.