Title: Demonstrate opening a sterile surgery pack.
Course: Veterinary Science II (18105-II) > Section: Demonstrating Surgical Procedures

Demonstration should include the following procedures to prevent contamination of the surgery pack:

- Place the surgery pack on a clean, dry surface.
- Remove the tape securing the package.
- Open the first flap away from the body, avoiding contamination.
- Open the side flaps without reaching across the open pack.
- Open the remaining flap towards the body.

Teacher Resource: Opening a Sterile Surgery Pack, FFA

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to open the pack with the inside facing away from you?
- Why is it important to never touch the inside of the sterile surgery pack?
- What are three principles of sterile techniques?
- How can the indicator strip reveal the pack has been autoclaved?