The perioperative nurse is assisting the surgeon during a procedure when the surgeon hands them a set of clamps covered in blood for disposal. What is the nurse's next action?

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The nurse should inspect the clamps to ensure they have not been damaged during the procedure. Instruments that contain blood or body fluids should be wiped clean before disposal to prevent drying. Instruments should be placed in water for initial cleaning and not saline, as this can be corrosive.

The Perioperative Nurse Is Assisting the Surgeon During a Procedure