Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 46 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
Part LXXXV - Veterinarians
Chapter 7 - Veterinary Practice
Section LXXXV-709 - Surgical Services
Universal Citation: LA Admin Code LXXXV-709
Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024
A. Aseptic surgery shall be practiced in all cases in which aseptic surgery is demanded by the profession. Aseptic surgery shall be defined as procedures in which aseptic technique is practiced in patient preparation, instrumentation, and surgical attire.
B. Surgical attire and technique for aseptic surgery is defined as:
1. disinfection of surgeon's hands by
scrubbing with a disinfecting surgical scrub solution;
2. sterilized surgical gown with long sleeves
is recommended but not required. Clean clothing and sterilized gloves must be
worn;
3. aseptic surgery requires
sterilization of all appropriate equipment. An acceptable method of
sterilization sufficient to kill spores must be used on all instruments, packs,
and equipment intended for use in aseptic surgical procedures;
4. external use of heat sensitive tape type
indicators on surgical gowns, packs, and resterilized gloves or the use of
"steam clock" type indicators deep in surgical packs shall be required to
monitor sterilization efficiency. The date the items were sterilized should be
indicated;
5. ancillary personnel
in the surgery room should wear clean clothing and footwear.
C. Hot and cold running water should be readily accessible to the surgery room.
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:1518.
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