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Nursing procedures in operations theatre
- Disposal of Amputated Limbs
Required Equipment:
- Plastic disposal bucket
- Two large plastic bags
- Patient identification tag
- Adhesive tape
Procedure:
- The assisting nurse, wearing sterile gloves, carefully removes any surgical drapes covering the amputated limb.
- Place the limb into double-sealed plastic bags to prevent fluid leakage.
- Label the limb with the patient’s details (name, hospital number, and diagnosis).
- Ensure the surgeon signs the label before sending the limb for disposal.
- Extreme care must be taken when entering the information
- The following must be written on the patient's card:
- Patient's name
- Hospital number.
- Diagnosis.
7. The surgeon signs the card. Without
any notes or instructions to the lab, the card is affixed to the roll.
8. The organ is then taken to the lab or
designated department as soon as possible for disposal.
9. The organ must not be left in the operating room, as it
decomposes quickly.
