Integrative review of the clean and sterile technique: agreement and disagreement in the execution of dressing

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to describe, analyze, and categorize the evidence associated to the use of the clean and sterile technique in wounds. METHODS: It is an integrative literature review using Lilacs, Medline and Cinahl databases. RESULTS: Seven publications were found,, of which four compare the clean and sterile technique, regarding the occurrence of infection; two evaluate the microbiological safety of gloves, and one analyzed the cleansing solution. CONCLUSION: There is consensus that the clean technique reduces costs. Considering the scarcity of studies, we stress the need to perform more level I and II research, according to the evidence hierarchy.