AORN Surgical Safety Checklist
AORN Surgical Safety Checklist
General Items
- Educate the surgical team on the checklist process
- Ensure availability of checklist materials in the OR
- Conduct regular reviews and updates of the checklist
Pre-Operative Verification
- Confirm patient identity with two identifiers
- Verify surgical procedure and site
- Ensure availability of necessary implants and devices
- Review patient allergies and medical history
- Check pre-operative lab results and imaging studies
Time-Out Procedure
- Gather all surgical team members for the time-out
- Confirm patient identity and procedure again
- Verify surgical site and side with the team
- Discuss any anticipated critical events
Intra-Operative Safety Checks
- Ensure all instruments and materials are accounted for
- Monitor vital signs and anesthesia levels
- Confirm sponge and instrument counts before closing
- Communicate any changes in the procedure clearly
Post-Operative Verification
- Confirm completion of all counts before leaving the operating room
- Review post-operative care plans with the team
- Document any complications or unusual events
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