This skill will require you to perform as a surgical assistant or circulating nurse. You will have to perform duties such as preparing the surgical site, positioning the patient for the procedure, and assisting the doctor. You will also need to perform post surgical clean up, such as cleaning instruments, equipment, and surgical area. Upon completion of this skill, you will be able to demonstrate and apply the knowledge you have gained to be a valuable member of the surgical team.
Tips for materials that need to be submitted:
Video of you donning surgical apparel. You must include you putting on a:
Cap
You should not have any hair sticking out of the cap
Mask
It needs to be covering your face and nose
Gown
You need to maintain sterility when putting on the gown and maintain it through the gloving procedure
You can have someone tie your gown as long as you maintain sterility
Sterile gloves
You need to perform the closed gloving technique.
It is okay if it takes you time to glove up. We are not looking for speed but for technique and maintaining sterility.
Student logbook of operative detail for two surgical patients
Be specific! Elements that should be included but not limited to:
Patient preparation
Patient positioning
Length and location of incision
Suture type and pattern
How the surgery was performed
Surgery time
You also need to include the patient's surgical record
Helpful resources in addition to your textbooks and study materials:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gybhVnF3P4Q