a medical assistant is preparing a sterile fi...
a medical assistant is preparing a sterile field for a minor surgery. which of the following should the assistant identify as a potential contamination?\ntouching the inside of the sterile pack\ntouching the outer edges of the sterile pack\nopening the final flap of the sterile pack toward their body\nopening the sides of the sterile pack outward
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# Brief Explanations:
The inside of a sterile pack is considered sterile. Touching it can introduce contaminants from the hands, compromising the sterility of the field. Touching outer edges is less of a risk as they are not considered sterile areas. Opening flaps in certain ways (toward body or outward) is a standard technique and not a contamination - risk if done properly.
# Answer:
Touching the inside of the sterile pack