The main purpose of a time out in the operating room is to:
EMAIL TO A COLLEAGUE | PRINT THIS STORY | ARCHIVESThe main purpose of a time out in the operating room is to: (Click on an answer)
- Verify the correct patient and procedure and to ensure that the operative site is correctly identified.
- Document the correct start time and ensure that the case starts and stops on time.
- Document vital signs and other housekeeping items.
