Surgical skin prep decision tool (Association for Perioperative Practice, NHS England and BD)

Summary

This tool was developed collaboratively between the Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP), NHS England (NHSE) and BD to guide perioperative staff in selecting the most appropriate skin preparation solution for respective surgical procedures.

By providing a combination of cues pre-defined and selected by the user, this tool recommends the most appropriate surgical skin antiseptic solution, method of use, technique, and precautions.

The development of this clinical interactive decision-making tool provides healthcare professionals with evidence-based information at their fingertips to manage surgical site skin preparation effectively. This facilitates clinical decisions in practice, saving time and reducing harm.