All of the following decreases the risk of surgical site infection except:: (A) IV antibiotics at induction of anesthesia, (B) Staff should always wash their hands between patients, (C) Preoperative shaving, (D) Avoid hypothermia perioperatively
Answer is C. AVOIDING SURGICAL SITE INFECTIONS: - Staff should be always wash their hands between patients. - Preoperative shaving should be avoided if possible ( Preoperative clipping of hair is preferred ) - Antiseptic skin preparation should be standardized - Attention to theatre technique and discipline - Avoid hypothermia perioperatively and ensure supplemental oxygenatin in recovery.