Consider the following statements regarding the principles of aseptic technique practiced in the operating room:
1. All materials that come into contact with the sterile field must be sterile
2. The parts of gown worn by surgical team considered sterile are the front from chest to table level and sleeves up to 2 inches above elbow
3. A wide margin of safety is maintained between sterile and unsterile field
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

Correct option is D

Ans. (d) Sol. All the statements are correct:
· 1. All materials that come into contact with the sterile field must be sterile to prevent contamination during surgery.
· 2. The sterile field for surgical personnel typically includes the front of the gown from the chest to the table level and sleeves up to 2 inches above the elbow.
· 3. A wide margin of safety between sterile and unsterile areas is necessary to avoid contamination.