Do get covered in water when your scrub? Are you happy with you techniques? Can you put your gloves on closed? Are you all fingers and thumbs? BBASS takes you through a thorough hand washing and gowning techniques. We highlight the common areas of mistakes. We explain the importance and history of hand washing. We explain how to hold yourself in theatre, literally and figuratively. A good scrub technique give you confidence and also give you time to set yourself for the operation ahead.

Summary

This interactive session provides medical professionals with essential information on how to safely apply protective clothing while working with patients. With a focus on safety, participants will learn the guidelines for donning and doffing to ensure sterilization and infection control. Through informative demonstration, medical professionals will gain valuable knowledge and skills that can help protect against exposure to germs and other contaminants. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to safely and effectively wear protective attire while providing superior patient care. This is also part of the preparation of the mindset for the operation ahead. It is a time for rehearsal and reflection.

Learning objectives

Demonstrate the ability to put on the appropriate personal protective gear correctly and safely.
Identify the importance of wearing protective gear while working in a medical setting.
Analyze the different sanitation measures employed to ensure safety when donning gowned and gloved protective gear.
Summarize the steps required to safely don and doff gowned and gloved protective gear.
Explain potential hazards that may occur when wearing gowned and gloved protective gear.

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