Code Vascular Rescue

Draft

In the event of the need for open surgical intervention, a "Code Vascular rescue" should be activated. Once a surgeon has been notified, and is on their way, the cart should be brought to the room, and instruments and supplies should be opened.

The instrument tray and contents of the top drawer should be opened after all normal gauze is removed from the sterile field and back table. If at all possible, sharps and current instruments should be counted and sequestered.

If there is time, a surgical count of disposables and sharps should be performed according to surgical standards.

Activation of Code Vascular Rescue

1. Identify and call vascular surgeon.
2. Call OR and notify them of a possible Code Vascular Rescue.
3. Vascular surgeon arrives and consults with cardiologist.
4. If the case will be proceeding, call OR and request appropriate personnel.
5. Remove/Sequester normal gauze from CCL table
6. Count and sequester sharps and instruments from CCL table

Vascular Rescue Cart

The Vascular rescue cart is located in the back equipment room in Interventional Services. It is only for vascular surgical rescue, and not to be used as a source of supplies for surgical procedures. For more details, visit the Vascular rescue cart page.