What is the correct sequence for prep and draping of a patient for a laparotomy?
A) Shave,clean umbilicus,prep abdomen,apply towels,apply lap sheet
B) Clean umbilicus,shave,apply towels,prep abdomen,apply lap sheet
C) Prep abdomen,clean umbilicus,apply lap sheet
D) Shave,apply towels,prep abdomen,apply lap sheet,clean umbilicus

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The skin is shaved prior to cleaning the umbilicus and abdominal prep.The umbilicus is cleaned before the abdomen to avoid contamination of the incisional area,then towels are applied followed by the laparotomy drape sheet.

What Is the Correct Sequence for Prep and Draping of a Patient