Maintaining a sterile field involves several steps:
1. Preparation: Before starting, gather all necessary sterile supplies and ensure the environment is clean. 2. Opening Sterile Packages: Open sterile packages carefully to avoid contaminating the contents. 3. Sterile Area Boundaries: Clearly define and respect the boundaries of the sterile field. 4. Avoiding Contamination: Do not touch sterile items with bare hands or allow non-sterile items to come into contact with the sterile field. 5. Monitoring: Continuously monitor the sterile field to ensure no breaches occur.
