Universal Protocol Checklist
Universal Protocol Checklist
General Items
- Document the verification process in the patient's chart.
- Ensure all surgical instruments are accounted for.
- Conduct a final check before anesthesia is administered.
Preoperative Verification
- Confirm patient identity using at least two identifiers.
- Verify the procedure and site.
- Review medical history and allergies.
- Ensure all necessary documents are present (consent, imaging, etc.).
Site Marking
- Mark the operative site with a permanent marker.
- Ensure the mark is clear and visible.
- Involve the patient in the site marking process.
Time Out Procedure
- Gather the surgical team before the procedure.
- Confirm patient identity, procedure, and site again.
- Ensure all team members are present and engaged.
- Discuss potential critical issues (allergies, patient positioning, etc.).
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