Which of the Following Techniques of Counting Sponges on the Sterile

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following techniques of counting sponges on the sterile field is an example of best practice?

• A) Count packages, leaving paper bands around and intact to prevent mixing of sponges before use.
• B) Count quietly and to yourself, and record totals with a skin marker on the back table cover.
• C) Remove paper bands around sponges; separate each sponge into separate piles while counting aloud with RN.
• D) Remove paper bands around sponges, hold pack in hand and fan out to separate, and then count aloud while touching each sponge.

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