During the Procedure

During the Procedure

1. Wash hands before touching the patient, before gloving, and after removing gloves.
2. Observe universal precautions (e.g., don and change gloves when needed).
3. Maintain sterility when needed.
4. Maintain correct body mechanics. Provide patient safety (e.g., keep siderail up on far side of the bed).
5. Continue to observe the patient while performing the procedure steps and pause or stop the procedure if the patient is not tolerating it.
6. Follow correct procedure steps.