Prep, Packaging & StorageQuestion 88 of 100
A case cart of sterile packages must travel across the facility to an ambulatory procedure area. How should it be transported?
a.Uncovered, so staff can verify the contents during transit
b.Covered with a reusable cloth sheet that is laundered weekly
c.In an open wire cart pushed quickly through public corridors
d.In a closed or covered cart that protects packages from moisture, dust, and physical damage, handled to avoid crushing or compression
Explanation
Sterile packages must be shielded from environmental contamination and mechanical damage during transport, and closed or covered carts accomplish both while keeping the load contained. Handling matters as much as covering, because compression, dropping, and dragging can breach a barrier without visible damage. Uncovered transport through corridors and infrequently laundered cloth covers do not provide reliable protection.
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