Sterile Field Preparation Quiz

What is the first step in preparing a sterile field?

• Apply personal protective equipment

• Perform hand hygiene

• Check the expiration date on the sterile packaging

• Select a clean flat dry work surface

What should you look for on the sterile packaging before opening it?

• Instructions for use

• Punctures, tears, stains, and evidence of moisture

• Manufacturer's name

• Color changes

What is the recommended height for the work surface when preparing a sterile field?

• At shoulder level

• Above waist level

• At waist level

• Below waist level

How should you handle the sterile drape when removing it from its wrapper?

• Allow it to touch your body

• Hold it below waist level

• Let it unfold while holding it away from your body

• Shake it to unfold

What part of the drape is not considered sterile?

• The entire drape

• The outer 1-inch perimeter

• The edges of the drape

• The center of the drape

When preparing a sterile field from a sterile linen wrapped package, what should you do first?

• Place the package on your work surface

• Open the innermost flap

• Open the outside cover

• Remove the package from the wrapper

How should you open the first side flap of a sterile linen wrapped package?

• By pulling it towards your body

• By pulling it to the side and allowing it to lie flat

• By cutting it open

• By tearing it open

What should you avoid doing to maintain the sterile field?

• Wearing gloves

• Reaching across the sterile field

• Performing hand hygiene

• Using sterile equipment

What happens if a sterile object drops below waist level?

• It remains sterile

• It becomes contaminated

• It needs to be washed

• It can still be used

What should you do if a break in the sterile field occurs?

• Set up a new sterile field

• Cover it with a new drape

• Ignore it

• Continue with the procedure