TSICU:ASK NICE

A - Announce Time Out (to be done by individual[s] performing procedure)

• Allergy Check (latex, contrast, medications, tape)

S - Specimen (plan/collection/labelling)

K - "K"correct PPS

• Patient (2 identifiers)
• Procedure (Indication for; *Verify relevant documents, imaging, pathology reports)
• Site/laterality (Site marking, if applicable)

N - Needed equipment/supplies available

I - Informed Consent completed

C - Coagulation Status (PT/PTT/INR, Antiplatelet, Antithrombotic, NOACs)

E - Expiration Date "call out" when supplies and medications are opened

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