Education

Educational Seminars

Can be scheduled in-person or on-line.

Cleaning, The Critical First Step

Objectives:

Define enzyme
Review the history of enzymes in detergent solutions
Understand how enzymes are catalysts for chemical reactions
Discuss the importance of enzymes for intstrument reprocessing
Learn how the section of the right detergent can improve patient outcome by reducing Hospital Associated infections (HAIs)

Decontamination Detectives

Objectives:

Learn fact-based decision skills
Utilize structured tools to gather information and investigate defects
Experience how a team approach to problem solving can institute change and contribute to patient safety

Healthcare Acquired Infections and Prevention

Objectives:

Reinforce the important role of sterile processing technicians
Define Healthcare Acquired Infections and review how they are transmitted
Know the building blocks that make up sterile processing best practices
Review the best methods to improve patient safety by proper reprocessing and handling of devices
Review current CDC guideline for instrument processing

Loaner, Loaner, Where Are You?

Objectives:

Define a loaner and a consignment tray
Learn how to manage loaners
Discover ways to simplify reprocessing steps and esnure patient safety
Review how loaner tracking programs can improve turnaround

Best Practices for Processing Flexible Endoscopes

Objectives:

Review basic terms and definitions for endoscope reprocessing
Understand the underlying issues and challenges involved in endoscope reprocessing
Learn best practices for cleaning and high-level disinfecting endoscopes & accessories
Review endoscope transport and storage
Identify key considerations for Risk Assessment and Quality Assurance

The Case For Rigid Containers

Objectives:

Review the disadvantages of blue wrap
Learn the advantages of containers
Discover how test results can be deceiving
Learn how to make the transition to containers with rapid turnaround

IUSS and Joint Commission Requirements

Objectives:

Define IUSS formerly called "flash" sterilization
Understand what Joint Commission expects
Review acceptable use for IUSS and conditions where it is not acceptable
Learn why sealed containers are recommended for use and the open pan is no longer approved
Discover the risks when wet packs occur
Use critical thinking skills to make strategic decisions for use of IUSS

Sustainability: How Heatlhcare Facilities Can Help To Save The Planet

Objectives:

Learn about sustainability and how it can affect global health
Review how climate change has affected our world and our future
Understand the value of environmental sustainability
Learn how healthcare can contribute to sustainability
Discover what healthcare and industry can do to reduce the environmental and chemical footprint

The Case For Standardizing Instrument Processing

Objectives:

Explain why standardization is essential in sterile processing
Evaluate how instrument tray design affects both OR and SPD workflow
Identify the risks associated with overloaded trays and improperly reprocessed devices
Assess strategies for balancing standardization with surgeon preference
Describe how streamlined processing practices enhance safety, efficiency, and consistency

Doing the Right Thing Best Practices For Processing Surgical Devices For ASC's

Objectives:

Understand the Importance of following Best Practices in ASC settings
Describe proper practices for decontamination and sterilization
Review the documentation requirements when reprocessing reusable devices
Learn what CMS surveyors are looking for during site visits

Enzymes and Their actions

Objectives:

Define enzyme
Review the history of enzymes in detergent solutions
Understand how enzymes are catalysts for chemical reactions
Discuss the importance of enzymes ofr instrument reprocessing
Learn what the FDA, CDC, and AAMI are saying about enzymatic cleaners

Best Practices For Processing Ophthalmic Instruments

Objectives:

Know what to consider when evaluating cleaning products
Understand the different types of detergents available for instrument processing
Review the ideal characteristics of cleaning agents
A closer look at enzymatic and cleaning challenges in ophthalmic settings
Learn how the selection of the right detergent can improve patient outcome by reducing Hospital Associated Infections (HAIs)

Rapid Terminal Sterilization

Objectives:

Define terminal sterilization
Review the characteristics of steam quality
Learn about the risks to patient safety when there is condensation in the package
Understand when wet loads are acceptable for use
Learn how a manufacturer solved the problems of tunraround and dry outcomes

Care and Handling of Medical Devices

Objectives:

Discover the importance of Point of Use treatment
Understand the reason instruments must be disassembled for cleaning
Learn how to identify and avoid instrument damage
Examine the effects of water quality on instrument reprocessing
Discuss the importance of instrumentation maintenance
Identify handling and transport procedures for staff in instrument processing

Care and handling of Rigid Containers

Objectives:

Discuss features, advantages, and benefits of rigid, reusable containers
Learn how to assemble and inspect rigid, reusable containers
Explain how to clean and maintain rigid, reusable containers
Review when to repair or replace
Understand validation and verification

Case Medical Seminars are designed for presentation to your Operating Room and Central Sterile Processing Staff, and affiliated professional healthcare organizations.