OBJECTIVE

1 DESCRIPTION OF STEPS
Standardize the technique for opening sterile
disposable clothing packages used in
4 1. Place the package on a dry, clean surface
cardiovascular procedures, reducing the
possibility of contamination.
2. Pierce the package at one end
3. Slide contents on the table
4. Put on sterile gloves (open technique)
5. Open the package being careful not to puncture
the contents
6. Open from right to left (top to bottom)

METHODS FOR OPENING

DISPOSABLE PACKAGES
2 OPENING 5
DESCRIPTION OF STEPS

DISPOSABLE
Open technique (manual with or without 7. Verify sterility by removing the chemical indicator.
gloves / Transfer clamp) 8. Place the contents of the package in the lower left
corner.

PACKAGE
Closed technique (Placement of gloves
and sterile gowns) 9. Circulate the instrument basket in the lower right
corner taking out its chemical indicator.
10. Regularize the edges of the package with two
mosquito tweezers.

PRECAUTIONS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS CIRCULATION OF DEVICES
3
1. Sterility verification 6 Each of the medical devices necessary for the
2. Package status surgical procedure is circulated in its place,
3. Check package name and verify if it is verifying quality control.
correct
4. Check expiration date
5. Ensure hand washing and sanitation.