Introduction to the Operating Room LESSON 1: ORIENTATION 1-29 |
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1-29. RULES
a. Discussion. Cleaning routines and procedures may vary somewhat among hospitals, but they are based upon a number of rules, which should always be observed. These rules are as follows:
b. Local Policy. Within the surgical suite of a hospital, the time and the frequency for cleaning the various areas in the suite will be done as a matter of routine. This routine, as well as the specific procedure to be used, is included in the OR policy. Although various cleaning procedures are set forth in the following paragraphs for the information of the specialist, he should follow local policy when performing cleaning assignments.
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