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Introduction to the Operating Room LESSON 1: ORIENTATION 1-20 |
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1-20. SPONGE COUNT BOARD
A small board (see figures. 1-24 and 1-25), sometimes attached to the wall, is used to record the sponge count. The sponge count is recorded on it before surgery begins and whenever called for during the operation.
Figure 1-24. Sponge count board (before count). Numbered blocks are covered with removable tape
Figure 1-25. Sponge count board (after count). Numbered blocks are uncovered.
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