When applying sterile drapes to create the sterile field on the patient,which of the following principles is most important?
A) Using careful movement to reposition the drape if needed
B) Shaking and fanning out the drapes gently to open up the folds before approaching the patient
C) Draping the patient starting with the incision area and proceeding to the periphery
D) Draping the far side first

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The draping procedure should begin at the area of the intended incision and proceed outward to the periphery.Always drape from a sterile area to an unsterile area by draping the near side first.Never reach across an unsterile area to drape.When draping the opposite side of the OR bed,go around the bed to drape.

When Applying Sterile Drapes to Create the Sterile Field on the Patient,which