Surgical Safety Checklist
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- Before Induction of Anaesthesia
- Has the patient confirmed his/her identity, site, procedure, and consent?
- Is the surgical site marked?
- Is the anaesthesia machine and medication check complete?
- Is the pulse oximeter on the patient and functioning?
- Does the patient have a known allergy?
- Does the patient have difficult airway or aspiration risk?
- Does the patient have Risk of >500ml blood loss (7ml/kg in children)?
- Before Skin Incision
- Confirm all team members have introduced themselves by name and role.
- Confirm the patient's name, procedure, and where the incision will be made.
- Has antibiotic prophylaxis been given within the last 60 minutes?
- What are the critical or non-routine steps?
- How long will the case take?
- What is the anticipated blood loss?
- Are there any patient-specific concerns?
- Has sterility (including indicator results) been confirmed?
- Are there equipment issues or any concerns?
- Is essential imaging displayed?
- Before Patient Leaves Operating Room
- Confirm the name of the procedure.
- Confirm completion of instrument, sponge and needle counts.
- Confirm specimen labelling (read specimen labels aloud, including patient name).
- Confirm whether there are any equipment problems to be addressed.
- What are the key concerns for recovery and management of this patient?
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Presented by:
John F. Smith
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Who it's for
This Surgical Safety Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Surgical Safety essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Surgical Safety structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Surgical Safety Checklist
- Save Surgical Safety Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Surgical Safety (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.
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