a guide to surgical hand antisepsis
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A Guide to Surgical Hand AntisepsisThe aim of the surgical hand antisepsis is to remove or destroy transient microorganisms and inhibit the growth of resident microorganisms (AfPP 2016).
Step OneWet hands and forearms. Apply the speci�ed amount of appropriate solution, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, from dispenser (one downward stroke action).Work into hands palm to palm, and then encompass all areas of the hands and arms to just below the elbows as shown in steps 2-9. Perform the same manoeuvres if using ABHR but without water and rinsing.
Step TwoRight palm over back of left and vice versa with �ngers interlaced.
Step ThreeRub palm to palm, �ngers interlaced.
Step FourRotational rubbing backwards and forwards with clasped �ngers of right hand into left palm and vice versa.
Step FiveRotational rubbing of right thumb clasped in left hand and vice versa.
Step SixRub �nger tips on palms for both hands.
Step SevenContinue with rotating action down opposing arms, working to just below the elbows - do not move back towards wrist. If using ABHR an additional dose may be required here, one for each arm.
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Step EightRinse and repeat steps 1-7 keeping hands raised above elbows at all times. This wash should now only cover two thirds of the forearms to avoid compromising cleanliness of hands.Local policy may include repeating these steps a third time but to wrists only.
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Step Nine - Ending Scrub
If using a solution, rinse hands under running water - clean to dirty area. Turn o� tap using elbows if necessary. Open gown pack onto a clean surface and take a hand towel. Hands are dried �rst by placing the opposite hand behind the towel and blotting the skin, then, using a corkscrew movement, to dry from hand to elbow - do not move back down towards wrist. Discard towel. Using a second towel, repeat the process on other hand and forearm before discarding.If using ABHR, allow hands and forearms to dry completely before donning sterile gloves (WHO 2009, 2016).
ProcessEach step of surgical ‘scrubbing’ consists of �ve strokes rubbing backwards and forwards and adapts Ayli�e’s six step technique (Ayli�e et al 2000) into nine steps. Sources of evidence drawn on include AfPP’s Standards and Recommendations for Safe Perioperative Practice (AfPP 2016), AORN’s recommended practices (Paulson 2004), Ayli�e’s six step hand washing technique (Ayli�e et al 2000) and WHO guidelines (2016).
Preparation of personnelAll sta� should be in the appropriate theatre attire before commencing surgical hand antisepsis. Keep nails short and remove all jewellery, arti�cial nails or nail polish before surgical hand preparation.
Surgical hand antisepsisSurgical hand antisepsis should be performed using either (but not combined) alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR) or a suitable antimicrobial antiseptic solution before donning sterile gloves (WHO 2009, 2016). Hands and forearms should be washed for the length of time recommended by the manufacturer, usually 2–5 minutes (WHO 2009, 2016). If using an antimicrobial solution, the temperature and �ow of the water must be adjusted before the procedure is started to achieve comfort and avoid getting the scrub suit wet.
Ensuring that no part of the sink or taps is touched wet the hands and arms up to the elbow working from the �ngertips towards the elbow in one direction only, keeping the hands higher than the elbows. During each of the following steps keep hands (clean area) above the elbows (dirty area) allowing water to drain away; avoid splashing surgical attire.
Preliminary washThe hands of the surgical team should be clean before entering the operating room by washing with a non-medicated soap and running water. If hands are visibly soiled, use pick to gently remove debris from underneath tips of nails on each hand, and then discard.
WHO (2016) guidelines recommend washing hands and removing debris from underneath �ngernails using a nail cleaner (not brushes) under running water (sinks should be designed to reduce the risk of splashes). Rinse hands and forearms up to elbows.
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