General patient coverage

• 1 Towel
• 3 Medium Drapes
• 1 Large Drape
• 1 Laparotomy Drape
• Sterile Bandage

Procedure:

1. The circulating nurse lifts the arm from the hand.

2. Unfold a medium drape and place it on the patient’s chest, under the arm and armpit.

3. Wrap a towel around the upper arm and secure it with a towel clamp.

4. Fold another medium drape and position it for the assistant to place the forearm and hand without touching the sterile drape.

5. Wrap the arm and hand below the surgical site, leaving enough space for the procedure.

6. Secure the drape with a sterile bandage.

7. A second sterile assistant may help in positioning the bandage.

8. Unfold a medium drape over the chest and arm.

9. Secure the drapes around the arm using towel clamps.

10. Unfold the large surgical drape, threading the hand through the pre-cut opening.

11. Use additional towels to cover any exposed areas.