PREPARE CHECKLIST FOR PREOPERATIVE PREPARATION IN OPERATION THEATRE

Confirm patient identity (name, date of birth, medical record number)

Review medical history and allergies

Assess vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, temperature)

Conduct a physical examination and document findings

Confirm surgical consent is signed and in the chart

Ensure all preoperative laboratory tests are completed and reviewed

Verify imaging studies (X-rays, CT scans, etc.) are available

Review and administer preoperative medications as ordered

Ensure any necessary blood products are available

Confirm the surgical site with the patient and surgical team

Mark the surgical site according to protocol

Prepare the skin at the surgical site (shaving, antiseptic application)

Ensure necessary draping materials are available

Confirm the type of anesthesia to be used

Review anesthesia history and any potential complications

Ensure all anesthesia equipment is functional and ready

Prepare emergency medications and equipment for anesthesia

Verify that all necessary surgical instruments and tools are sterile and available

Confirm availability of implants or prosthetics if needed

Ensure the operation theatre is clean and properly set up

Check that all monitoring equipment is functional

Conduct a preoperative team briefing to confirm roles and responsibilities

Review the surgical procedure and any special considerations

Assess and clarify any questions or concerns from the team

Perform a final verification of the surgical checklist

Ensure the patient is positioned correctly on the operating table

Confirm that all team members are aware of the plan and any changes

Ensure that all documentation is complete and available

Check availability of emergency equipment (defibrillator, crash cart)

Review emergency protocols with the team

Ensure all team members know their roles in case of an emergency

Confirm patient is appropriately sedated or anesthetized

Ensure all preoperative tasks have been completed before proceeding

Document completion of the preoperative checklist in the patient's record