Safe Surgery Checklist
Safe Surgery Checklist
General Items
- Conduct a debriefing with the surgical team post-operation
- Gather feedback from team on the checklist process
Pre-Operative Verification
- Confirm patient identity using two identifiers
- Verify surgical procedure and site with patient and surgical team
- Review patient medical history and allergies
- Ensure informed consent is obtained and signed
- Check necessary imaging studies are available and reviewed
- Confirm that all necessary equipment and implants are available
Intra-Operative Safety Measures
- Conduct a time-out before incision to confirm key safety checks
- Ensure all team members introduce themselves and their roles
- Verify patient position and safety measures
- Monitor vital signs and anesthesia parameters throughout surgery
- Maintain sterile environment and check for breaks in sterility
- Document all events and any deviations from the plan
Post-Operative Protocols
- Confirm completion of all surgical counts (instruments, sponges, etc.)
- Review post-operative care plan with the team
- Ensure patient is stable before transferring to recovery
- Provide post-operative instructions to patient and caregivers
- Schedule follow-up appointments as needed
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