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Locating the scrub sink within close proximity to main OR entry supports uninterrupted surveillance of the sterile field while preparing for the surgical procedure.

DESIRED OUTCOMES/CITATIONS

Improve visual awareness              

PSLL (case studies, RIPCHD.OR books)

PSLL High Fidelity Mock-up Simulations, December 2018
PSLL High Fidelity Mock-up Simulations (December 2018). Orthopedic High Fidelity Mock-up Simulations Focus Group. Charleston, SC.

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Locating the scrub sink with a window that provides a direct line of sight to the sterile zone supports the ability for the surgical team member who is scrubbing to view the events occurring in the OR prior to entering.

DESIRED OUTCOMES/CITATIONS

Improve visual awareness              

Peer-reviewed (empirical study)

Bayramzadeh et al., 2018
Bayramzadeh, S., Joseph, A., Allison, D., Shultz, J., Abernathy, J., & Group, R. O. S. (2018). Using an integrative mock-up simulation approach for evidence-based evaluation of operating room design prototypes. Applied ergonomics, 70, 288-299.

TYPE OF STRATEGY

Task Built Environment
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