Surgical Hand Scrub

Surgery · Surgery · 10–20 min

Antiseptic hand prep before entering operating field.

Indications

  • Prior to sterile procedure

Contraindications

  • Skin cuts/infection

Equipment

  • Chlorhexidine/povidone scrub
  • Sterile brush
  • Sterile towel

Positioning

  • As appropriate for the procedure and patient comfort.

Consent

  • Explain indication, benefits, alternatives
  • Explain risks & complications
  • Obtain written/verbal consent as per SOP
  • Document consent

Universal precautions

  • Hand hygiene
  • PPE — gloves, mask, eye protection
  • Aseptic technique
  • Sharps safety
  • Verify patient identity & site

Step-by-step (0/5)

Tap to complete

1. Remove jewellery

Nails short & clean.

2. Wet forearms

3. Scrub

4. Rinse

5. Dry

Immediate complications

  • Dermatitis

Post-procedure observation

  • Vitals q15min × 1h then hourly

Monitoring

  • Site inspection
  • Symptom review

Documentation

  • Procedure note
  • Consent
  • Findings

Patient instructions

  • Report pain, bleeding, fever, worsening symptoms

Educational bedside guide. Perform only under supervision until competent. Follow local SOPs and consent policy.

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