Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to set up a sterile field. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D. Pouring liquids into containers outside the sterile field prevents contamination. Step 1: Set up sterile field. Step 2: Pour liquids into containers within sterile field. Pouring outside risks contamination.
A: Incorrect. Sterile field should be at chest level to maintain sterility.
B: Incorrect. Label should face up to prevent contamination.
C: Incorrect. Open flaps away from body to avoid contamination.
A: Incorrect. Sterile field should be at chest level to maintain sterility.
B: Incorrect. Label should face up to prevent contamination.
C: Incorrect. Open flaps away from body to avoid contamination.