How does a Scrub Nurse contribute to patient safety?
Scrub nurses play a vital role in ensuring patient safety during surgical procedures: - Preventing Infections: By maintaining a sterile environment, they help prevent postoperative infections. - Instrument Accountability: Keeping track of all surgical instruments and sponges to ensure none are left inside the patient. - Monitoring: Keeping an eye on the patient's condition and alerting the surgical team to any changes. - Assisting Surgeons: Enabling surgeons to perform more efficiently by providing the necessary tools and support.
