PROTOCOL TEMPLATE - AAHA



SURGERY – PREPARATION OF TEAM MEMBERS

HOSPITAL NAME: ________________________________________________________

Date created or updated: __________________________________________________

AAHA Standard Referenced:

SX19. The practice utilizes a protocol to ensure proper preparation of surgeons and surgical assistants.

Purpose: To prepare all practice team members that are directly involved with the surgical procedure in such a manner that they contribute to sterility and aseptic technique

Timeline: Training on the importance of asepsis is implemented upon hire and updates are reviewed as necessary

Team Member Responsible: The designated practice team member(s) responsible for completing the task(s) outlined in the protocol

Supervisor/Point Person: The practice team member(s) responsible for managing the implementation of the protocol

SUGGESTED CONTENT TO ADDRESS

General

• Define the methods used for preparing for surgery (i.e., brush-free scrubbing)

• Define length of time required for the surgical scrub

• Define the acceptable types of surgical scrub (i.e., timed scrub, counted brushstrokes, etc.)

• Define the supplies used for preparing for surgery (i.e., type of soap, sterile scrub brushes)

Attire

• Define the appropriate attire used for preparing for surgery and in the surgical suite (i.e., sterile gowns, sterile gloves, etc.)

• Outline the personal restrictions for preparing for surgery (i.e., no jewelry, hair pulled back)

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