I am working in cardiothoracic unit where we have pre op and post op CABAG patients available. For CABG Pt. showers in Hibiclens the night before surgery. Our NA shaves chin to toes day of surgery and patient showers in Hibiclens after shaving . We changed sheets and gowns after each bath. It is an antimicrobial skin cleanser that helps reduce bacteria that can cause disease. The goal of preoperative skin preparation is to reduce the incidence of SSI in a safe and cost-effective manner.
I am working in cardiothoracic unit where we have pre op and post op CABAG patients available. For CABG Pt. showers in Hibiclens the night before surgery. Our NA shaves chin to toes day of surgery and patient showers in Hibiclens after shaving . We changed sheets and gowns after each bath. It is an antimicrobial skin cleanser that helps reduce bacteria that can cause disease. The goal of preoperative skin preparation is to reduce the incidence of SSI in a safe and cost-effective manner.