Aseptic Technique
Clean v Aseptic (Standand/Surgical) v Sterile
Clean = removal of visible contaminants
Aseptic = minimisation of pathogens
- Standard: simple quick (non sterile gloves) e.g. glue, IVC
- Surgical: complex long (sterile gloves) e.g. Suturing, LP, CVC, IDC
Sterile = no pathogens (theatre/sterile pharm)
Clean hands/trolley
Aseptic set-up
Hat, Glasses, Mask
30s Hand wash
Gown glove
Prep (soap and water first if visible soiled) Drape
Time out
Non touch of key parts and sites
Sharps
Clean hands/trolley
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Clean = removal of visible contaminants
Aseptic = minimisation of pathogens
- Standard: simple quick (non sterile gloves) e.g. glue, IVC
- Surgical: complex long (sterile gloves) e.g. Suturing, LP, CVC, IDC
Sterile = no pathogens (theatre/sterile pharm)
Clean hands/trolley
Aseptic set-up
Hat, Glasses, Mask
30s Hand wash
Gown glove
Prep (soap and water first if visible soiled) Drape
Time out
Non touch of key parts and sites
Sharps
Clean hands/trolley
Document