Title: Set up instrumentation and perform preoperative surgical count.
Course: Surgical Technologist II (14056--II) > Section: Demonstrating Preoperative Procedures

Setup should include selecting, inspecting, choosing, opening, and counting correct instruments, supplies, and equipment (e.g., robotics and scopes), as applicable, immediately prior to the operation.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does the surgical technologist know which instruments and supplies and how many of each are needed for a given procedure?
- Why is an inspection of instruments and supplies essential before setting up for an operation? What steps are involved in this inspection?
- What precautions are necessary when opening supplies?
- How should instrument sets be placed on a procedural tray?
- Why is a preoperative count of instruments and supplies mandatory?