Question

If an item is inspected and no repairs are necessary and no comments are needed,

how should the inspector fill it out:

Answer 1

To fill out the form, the inspector should record the name of the procedure, confirm the completeness of counts, verify the labeling of the specimen, and identify any equipment issues.

Step-by-step explanation:

If an item is inspected and no repairs are necessary and no comments are needed, the inspector should fill it out by:

1. Recording the name of the procedure
2. Confirming that the needle, sponge, and instrument counts are complete (or not applicable)
3. Verifying that the specimen, if any, is correctly labeled with the patient's name
4. Determining whether there are any issues with the equipment to be addressed