The procedure for cataract extraction with implantation of an intraocular lens (IOL)exposes the patient to risks of infection of the anterior chamber and corruption of the implanted device.Appropriate measures for the circulating nurse and scrub person include managing patient safety needs.Efforts are directed at preventing foreign substances from being introduced intraocularly.Select the nursing actions that may ensure this outcome.
A) Use instruments designed for single use only.
B) Cleanse debris from instruments with a cellulose sponge.
C) Use only latex-free gloves.
D) Soak instruments in sterile water when not being used by the surgeon.

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The scrub person and the perioperative nurse must also manage additional patient safety needs.Foreign substances must not be introduced intraocularly.Lint-free drapes should be used to create the sterile field.Gloved hands should not touch the portion of an instrument used in an intraocular wound,and debris should be cleansed from instruments with cellulose sponges.All gloves should be powder-free.

The Procedure for Cataract Extraction with Implantation of an Intraocular