OR angel

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1. how do you introduce yourself to patients?

   OR angel replied to panamama's topic in General Nursing

   I always greet my patients with a smile. as appropriate, and introduce myself giving my name and role. I then ask the patient to identify themself to me by asking their name and date of birth. I also ask them how they would like to be addressed. I as...

2. Skirts in the OR

   OR angel replied to MoriahRoseRN's topic in Operating Room

   Perineal fallout is the reason behind not allowing skirts in our OR. No, it would not be acceptible to wear your own skirt, as all scrubs in the OR must be laundered at the facility where they are used. Danger of bringing in contaminants from the out...