Start this course! Course Description Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a significant public health concern. SSIs increase patient morbidity, mortality, length of hospital stays, and healthcare costs. Roughly 2 out of every 100 procedures result in an SSI, extending hospitalization...
Start this course! Course Description Sterile processing professionals play a vital role in inspecting and testing surgical instruments. In this microlearning course, review when to perform inspections in the sterilization cycle, identify common issues, and examine testing best...
Start this course! Course Description Point-of-use (POU) cleaning in the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) is crucial for infection prevention. By following best practices for POU cleaning, sterile processing professionals maintain the optimal condition of medical instruments. To...
Start this course! Course Description Using quality water at each sterilization stage protects patients and maintains the integrity of surgical instruments. Informed practices safeguard against the risks of poor water quality. Learning Objectives Upon completion of the...
Start this course! Course Description Clean closure is vital to prevent surgical site infections (SSIs) in the perioperative setting and is necessary for safe patient care. Learning Objectives Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to: Define clean...
Start this course! Course Description Point-of-use treatment facilitates infection prevention. It ensures that instrumentation remains in optimal condition, supporting better patient care. Learning Objectives Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to: ...
Start this course! Course Description Effective linen management is crucial for infection prevention and excellent patient care. By making informed choices between reusable and disposable options, healthcare facilities can optimize resources while maintaining high standards of...
Start this course! Course Description Sterilizing your instruments is crucial in the perioperative setting to prevent surgical site infections (SSIs) and ensure safe patient care delivery. Learning Objectives Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to: ...
Start this course! Course Description Procedure packs are commonplace in today’s operating rooms. Originating in the 1960s, these prepared disposable packs have a long history. Despite their longevity, there is still some debate—are they worth the cost? This course will explore the...
Start this course! Course Description In the operating room (OR), preference cards play a crucial role for surgical readiness by helping identify the needed supplies and resources for a specific surgeon and procedure. Electronic preference cards streamline the preferred equipment...
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