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Preventing Surgical Site Infections
Preventing Surgical Site InfectionsPage 1 of 2NarratorWhile in the hospital, you’re more vulnerable to developing an infection, especially if you’ve had anoperation.Dr. Michael BellSurgery is a situation where we are literally cutting through a lot of the protective barriers of the humanbody in order to fix a problem or save a life.NarratorTo reduce the chances of an infection, the surgical team cleans their hands by performing a detailedscrubbing process to help make the operation as sterile as possible.Dr. William SchaffnerThey use little devices that go under their fingernails to clean them off. It’s all very elaborate. It’s all verytimed. They dry off their hands with sterile towels and then, of course, they get into their sterile gowns,gloves, and masks before they begin the procedure.NarratorEven with the precautions, bacteria can get into the incision and an infection can still occur.© The Wellness NetworkPage 2 of 2
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Learn these guidelines to care for your surgical site or wound.
Watch this video to learn how to prevent the spread of germs and how to recognize the signs of infection while recovering from surgery.
Learn steps to ensure your surgical drain remains healthy and in good working order. Also, learn signs of infection to be aware of and other possible reasons to contact your healthcare provider.
Watch this video to learn what Nothing by Mouth or NPO means and why it's important to follow your healthcare provider instructions before testing or a procedure.
