Q. Does an anaesthetist 'scrub in' the same as a surgeon?
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Yes, anaesthetists do "scrub in" for invasive procedures just like a surgeon does. Scrubbing in is an important part of the preparation process for any medical procedure that involves physical contact with a patient.
For those unfamiliar with the term, scrubbing in means washing your hands and forearms up to the elbows using antiseptic soap, then drying them with sterile towels before donning scrubs and gloves. It helps reduce the potential spread of infection from doctor to patient or vice versa.
Anaesthetists are no exception here - they go through this same routine prior to providing anaesthesia services during surgery or other medical procedures. This ensures that they have minimized their risk of transferring germs onto patients and also that their hands are free from contaminants which might interfere with delicate work within a surgical environment (such as adjusting intravenous drug dosages).
It is essential that an anaesthetist takes every possible measure to ensure safety during surgery, so proper scrubbing in remains an important part of what all practitioners do before handling any patient.
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