Guideline Implementation: Surgical Attire

Surgical attire helps protect patients from microorganisms that may be shed from the hair and skin of perioperative personnel. The updated AORN “Guideline for surgical attire” provides guidance on scrub attire, shoes, head coverings, and masks worn in the semirestricted and restricted areas of the p...

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Published in:AORN journal 2015-02, Vol.101 (2), p.188-197
Main Authors: Cowperthwaite, Liz, Holm, Rebecca L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anesthesia & Perioperative Care
Cell Phone
cell phones
Computers, Handheld
General Surgery
head coverings
health care–accredited laundry facility
Humans
jewelry
Jewelry - microbiology
masks
Nurses
Nursing
Operating Room Nursing
Patient safety
Perianesthesia
scrub clothing
shoes
Surgery
surgical attire
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Summary:Surgical attire helps protect patients from microorganisms that may be shed from the hair and skin of perioperative personnel. The updated AORN “Guideline for surgical attire” provides guidance on scrub attire, shoes, head coverings, and masks worn in the semirestricted and restricted areas of the perioperative setting, as well as how to handle personal items (eg, jewelry, backpacks, cell phones) that may be taken into the perioperative suite. This article focuses on key points of the guideline to help perioperative personnel adhere to facility policies and regulatory requirements for attire. The key points address the potential benefits of wearing scrub attire made of antimicrobial fabric, covering the arms when in the restricted area of the surgical suite, removing or confining jewelry when wearing scrub attire, disinfecting personal items that will be taken into the perioperative suite, and sending reusable attire to a health care–accredited laundry facility after use. Perioperative RNs should review the complete guideline for additional information and for guidance when writing and updating policies and procedures.
ISSN:0001-2092
1878-0369
DOI:10.1016/j.aorn.2014.12.003