What should be done to ensure the sterile technique is maintained during surgery?

Maintaining sterile technique during surgery is critical for preventing infection and ensuring patient safety. Continuously monitoring gloving techniques is essential because proper gloving is a key aspect of maintaining sterility. The process involves not only ensuring that gloves are sterile at the beginning of the procedure but also monitoring for any breaches or contamination that may occur during surgery. This includes watching for any tears, contact with non-sterile surfaces, or improper glove handling that might compromise the sterile field.

While reviewing the surgical checklist, communicating openly with the team, and using disposable instruments are important practices that contribute to overall surgical safety and efficiency, they do not specifically address the immediate and ongoing need to ensure that all personnel are adhering to sterile techniques throughout the procedure. Continuous vigilance in gloving techniques directly supports maintaining a sterile environment, which is crucial for the success of the surgery and the well-being of the patient.