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Author:
Glenys Harrington
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infexion@ozemail.com.au
Organisation:
Infection Control Consultancy (ICC)
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Hi Franciska,
By definition I would consider vaginal examinations and deliveries to fit
under the category of General asepsis – ie applies to procedures outside an
operating suite procedure area and aims to reduce the number of
microorganisms and prevent their spread.
Hence I would expect that sterile glove be worn for such procedures.
Regards
Glenys
Glenys Harrington
Consultant
Infection Control Consultancy (ICC)
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Of Franciska Ferreira
Good morning all,
I was asked the question, whether sterile gloves or non-sterile gloves
should be used when conducting VE’s and Deliveries? I have little
knowledge/background in the obstetric field but have witnessed obstetricians
wearing sterile gloves for VE’s in the past.
From recent experience I’ve been told that most obstetricians using
non-sterile gloves and only uses sterile gloves for suturing.
Any comments or views on this matter would be appreciated.
Thank you
Franciska Ferreira
INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL /WOUND MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT
Burnside War Memorial Hospital
120 Kensington Road, Toorak Gardens, SA 5056
t: 08 8202 7222 f: 08 8407 8573 e: fferreira@burnsidehospital.asn.au
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