There is no strong evidence that isolating infected cases in a separate surgical suite reduces SSI risk.
Step-by-Step Justification:
SSI Prevention Strategies Supported by Evidence:
Preoperative hospital stay limitation reduces exposure to hospital-acquired pathogens.
Antimicrobial preoperative scrubs lower bacterial load on the skin.
Adequate nutrition improves immune function and wound healing.
Why Designating a Separate Surgical Suite Is Not Effective:
Operating room environmental controls (e.g., laminar airflow, sterilization protocols) are more important than suite designation.
No significant reduction in SSIs has been observed by segregating infected cases into specific OR suites.
Why Other Options Are Correct:
A. Limiting preoperative hospital stay: Reduces nosocomial bacterial exposure.
B. Antimicrobial preoperative scrub: Decreases skin flora contamination.
C. Assuring adequate patient nutrition: Enhances immune defense against infections.
CBIC Infection Control References:
APIC Text, "Surgical Site Infection Prevention Strategies".
