In passing the scalpel to the provider while assisting with an incision and drainage (I&D), Melissa feels the blade slice through her glove. She quickly and secretly looks at it and notices a "very tiny" nick in her glove. Because this is a "dirty" procedure, she decides to say nothing and continues assisting with the procedure. Is her reasoning sound here? What is the best approach to handling this situation? Why?
Answer: During any kind of procedure, the healthcare professionals need to follow the instructions and guidelines as well as the standard protocols. There should not be any kind of personal reasoning for the procedures. So, she should not continue the procedure until and unless she wears a new gloves. It is not because it was a thin Nick but it is for proper procedures and process so as to protect against any kind of germs or infection. This precaution will provide safety to the both the patient as well as to the nurse.
In passing the scalpel to the provider while assisting with an incision and drainage (I&D), Melissa...
In passing the scalpel to the provider while assisting with an incision and drainage (I&D), Melissa feels the blade slice through her glove. She quickly and secretly looks at it and notices a "very tiny" nick in her glove. Because this is a "dirty" procedure, she decides to say nothing and continues assisting with the procedure. Is her reasoning sound here? What is the best approach to handling this situation? Why?