Watch for slippage
Impervious drapes are a must, and they must also provide the exposure necessary for the procedure. Some of the newer fabrics are slick and tend to slide off of the sterile field when you have your back turned - this can be inconvenient at the very least.
Karen Gabbert, RN, BSN
Clinical Director
Surgery Center of Kansas
Wichita, Kan.
writeMail("karengabbert@koc-pa.com")