We first need to deeply understand and empathize with the patient's psychological state during the procedure. It's true that the experience of entering the operating room varies from person to person. Some patients may feel confused or upset, and nervousness is a detrimental factor to the success of the procedure. Therefore, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of the patient's relaxation.
We can explore some common misconceptions or "embarrassing things" about the operating room, such as what doctors and patients dress in the operating room. These details, while they may sound awkward, actually have their medical plausibility. For example, doctors and medical teams wear special sterile clothing to keep the surgical area clean and reduce the risk of infection. The patient needs to expose the part of the body during the operation to facilitate the operation and reduce the risk of infection during the operation.
We are not only able to help middle-aged and elderly audiences better understand some of the routine practices during the surgical process, but also relieve their unnecessary nervousness and anxiety that may arise from the surgery. At the same time, we can also provide some practical advice, such as how to prepare for surgery, how to stay relaxed before and after surgery, etc., which will be very helpful for middle-aged and elderly people who care about health and wellness.
Why don't doctors wear underwear and patients can't wear clothes in the operating room?
When performing surgery, doctors usually choose not to wear underwear. This decision is not based on personal preference, but on health and hygiene considerations. Let's explore the reasons behind this.
First of all, during the operation, the doctor needs to stand next to the operating table, and if the blood or body fluids (such as pleural fluid, ascites) on the patient's body are splashed out, the doctor's surgical gown, including underwear, can easily get wet. Once the underwear gets wet, it not only brings discomfort but can also increase the risk of infection. Soaking wet laundry is very unsafe in a hospital setting, especially in a sterile environment like an operating room.
Secondly, once the underwear gets wet, it is also very difficult to clean. Ordinary cleaning methods may not completely remove potential pathogens from blood and body fluids. Therefore, to be on the safe side, doctors choose not to wear underwear at the time of surgery, which can reduce this risk and keep the surgical area clean and sterile.
With this measure, doctors can focus more on the surgery itself, reducing unnecessary disruptions and health risks. This also reflects the highly responsible attitude of doctors to the health and safety of their patients.
What do the doctors in the operating room wear?
Importance of Surgical Caps and Masks:
In the operating room, medical staff wear special surgical caps and masks. Because our hair and dandruff can be carriers of bacteria, the purpose of the cap is to ensure that the hair is completely covered and does not contaminate the surgical area. Similarly, masks are essential to prevent microorganisms from the mouth from entering the surgical area and to ensure the safety of both the doctor and the patient.
Why Doctors Wear Green Surgical Gowns:
You may have noticed that instead of wearing our usual white lab coat during surgery, the doctor changed to a green surgical gown. This is not a random choice, green helps to reduce eye fatigue for the doctor and reduces discomfort due to visual color difference during the procedure.
Special slippers for the operating room:
In the operating room, doctors don't put on their own shoes, but instead change into slippers designed specifically for the operating room. This is because ordinary shoes and socks can carry bacteria, while special slippers are easy to clean and easy for doctors to change after surgery, ensuring hygiene in the operating room.
There are several main reasons why patients can't wear clothes:
Maintain a sterile environment: Extremely high levels of cleanliness must be maintained in the operating room to reduce the risk of infection. Clothing can carry bacteria and become a source of infection. Therefore, patients remove their clothes before surgery to prevent bacteria from entering this strictly sterile environment.
Ensuring a smooth operation: During surgery, the surgeon needs to be able to clearly see and manipulate the surgical area. Clothing may obstruct vision or interfere with the procedure, so people need to remove their clothing so that doctors can perform the procedure better.
Easy placement of medical equipment: The procedure can be lengthy and requires the patient to be fitted with equipment such as a urinary catheter. The presence of clothing may prevent the proper placement and use of these devices. Therefore, the removal of the patient's clothing helps to install these necessary medical devices smoothly.
Ensure that the instruments are used effectively: A variety of monitoring instruments, such as ECG patches, are used during the operation. Clothing can hinder the fit and function of these instruments, so removing clothing can help ensure effective use of these instruments.
While nudity can be uncomfortable, rest assured that non-surgical areas will be properly covered during the procedure to protect patient privacy. There will also be no unrelated people in the operating room to ensure patient comfort and privacy.
These measures are designed to ensure the safety and efficiency of the procedure, while respecting and protecting the patient's privacy. After understanding this information, we hope to reduce the patient's worries about the surgical process and more trust and cooperate with the work of the medical team.