Sterile Technique helps learners master the knowledge and skills necessary to practice sterile technique. Included is information about asepsis, the principles of sterile technique and demonstrations of sterile procedures. Various terms related to asepsis and sterility are described.

Featured procedures include: opening a sterile package, setting up a sterile field, adding sterile supplies, pouring sterile solutions, applying sterile gloves, removing soiled gloves, assessing wound drainage and taping dressings.

The primary audience for Sterile Technique includes beginners who need to perform procedures that require sterile technique. However, it is also an excellent review for healthcare providers who may want to refresh their skills.

Objectives

• Define terms associated with asepsis.
• Compare sterile technique and medical asepsis.
• Identify situations when sterile technique should be followed.
• Describe how items are sterilized and how to inspect a package for sterility.
• Relate the principles of sterile technique.
• Demonstrate selected procedures that require sterile technique.