Before skin incision
(with nurse, anaesthesist and surgeon)
Confirm all team members have introduced themselves by:
Confirm:
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Patient's name
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Procedure
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Place of incision
Antibiotic profylaxis given within last 60 minutes?
(if applicable)
Anticipated critical events:
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To Surgeon:
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What are the criticial / non-routine steps?
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How long will the case take?
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What is the anticipated blood loss?
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To Anaesthesist:
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Any patient-specific concerns?
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To Nursing Team:
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Has sterility been confirmed?
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Are there equipment issues?
Is essential imaging displayed?
(if applicable)