What are aseptic theatre technique ?

Aseptic Theatre Technique

Autoclave

Careful about timing of surgery
            Create sterile zone

Use of aprons,caps , masks , gloves,SOAP , brushes , towels

Scrubbing, Gowning

Operation site shaving

Draping

Design of Theatre

            Keep control over patient flow,traffic

            Specific room for surgery and processing instruments

            Operating Unit – arrange in less contaminated areas

            Surfaces easy to clean

            Floor impervious to moisture , stain , , resistant ,easily cleaned

            Color items easily found if dropped

            Ventilation – High quality air

                        HVAC- Heating ,Ventilation  Air Condition

                        Keep high pressure 15 mins. Air exchange / hour

                                    Air flow – turbulent, unidirectional and mixed

            Laminar air flow HEPA filter

            Water system

            Behavioral Approach