OR Manager

AUGUST 28, 2024

Here, we apply this More » The post Water quality: 5 Ws and an H for sterile processing pros appeared first on OR Manager. Asking who, what, why, when, where, and how—otherwise known as the “5 Ws and an H”— is a time-tested way for writers and researchers to ensure comprehensive coverage of any topic.

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Incision

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Partnership for Patient Care The Operating Room (OR) and the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) are two pillars that hold up the complex structure of frontline surgical care. Why Empathy Matters Imagine calling a Sterile Processing Technician a "dishwasher."

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The Daymark Victory surgical headlight stands out with its innovative airflow design, which directs air upwards and away from the sterile field.

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OR Manager

MAY 23, 2024

Over 20 years ago, an article from Johns Hopkins published in The New England Journal of Medicine showed that Staphylococcus aureus decolonization of the nares can decrease risk of surgical site infections More » The post Antiseptic nasal decolonization noses ahead appeared first on OR Manager.

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BFW Inc.

AUGUST 11, 2021

Different Types of Surgical Lighting Broadly speaking, there are three types of surgical lighting systems: Overhead Lights are ceiling-mounted and equipped with LED bulbs. Usually, these lights can be adjusted to enable surgeons to direct light to the surgical site. Con: Distances of up to 1.2 Daylight is 5,800° Kelvin.

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The Circulating Life

OCTOBER 10, 2022

I’m frustrated with the sterile processing department (SPD). Priorities Surgery requires sterile instruments. Without surgery and sterile procedures, SPD is unnecessary. And without sterile instruments, surgery and sterile procedures can’t happen. Sterile instruments are fundamental to surgery.

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Elmed

APRIL 21, 2021

2 The report that came out with additional details pointed out that: When surgical site infections are linked back to surgical instruments, biofilm is likely a root cause. The instruments likely still contained bioburden when they were sent along for automated cleaning and heat sterilization.3

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Anesthesia: Surgical circumcision is typically performed under local or general anesthesia to minimize pain and discomfort during the procedure. Sterile Environment: The surgery is conducted in a sterile environment to reduce the risk of infections.

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Trocar Supplies

DECEMBER 13, 2023

First, the patient is positioned on the procedure table, so the practitioner can access the trocar insertion site. Then, the sterile field is prepared and the patient is cleaned and numbed for the insertion procedure. Patients may feel some pressure and discomfort, but insertion isn’t painful for most people.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 9, 2023

The Markham- Meyerding retractor is particularly valuable in procedures such as spinal decompression , fusion, and instrumentation , where maintaining clear visibility of the surgical site is paramount for successful outcomes.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JANUARY 8, 2024

Research has consistently indicated that distractions from excessive noise can hinder the OR team’s focus, potentially undermining their execution of sterile practices, thus increasing the risk of surgical site infections.

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EARN Cares

MARCH 24, 2022

Surgical nurses function as circulating nurses, working around the sterile field in the OR. Properly and safely positioning the patient for surgery to adequately expose the surgical site while preventing injuries and falls. This means that the nurses and scrub techs have to be knowledgeable in all of the specialties.

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MEDITEK

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Operating room ceiling system considerations All modern operating rooms are primarily required to keep up with air distribution and maintaining a sterile surgical environment. It’s wire-hung in minutes and provides sterile air and additional lighting over the back table in imaging rooms and operating rooms.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2021

With the ability to view the surgical site and follow the procedure in real-time, OR team members can strengthen care coordination by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, as well as the timing of their next task. It is important for the staff to see what the surgeon sees during surgical procedures.”

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The Anesthesia Consultant

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

The da Vinci surgeon sits at a console in the corner of the operating room, with his back to the patient and his face in a 3-D viewer, which gives a high-definition, magnified view of the surgical site. Assistant surgeon(s) and techs stand at the patient’s side, watch the surgery on video screens, and assist during the operation.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Table of Contents SpecialtyCare’s Comprehensive Approach to Surgical Services 1. Sterile Processing Consulting 4. Surgical Assistants and Staffing Support 5. Here, we dive into the key surgical services provided by SpecialtyCare and how they help hospitals excel in providing top-notch patient care.

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Incision

OCTOBER 23, 2023

These are words no Sterile Processing Manager wants to hear. These are two of the strongest and most ruthless enemies facing the Sterile Processing Professional. Visible and invisible bioburden left over from surgery must be removed through decontamination or the instrument cannot be properly sterilized. J Am Coll Surg.

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Elmed

JANUARY 28, 2022

These invisible contaminates are a major source of hospital acquired infections (HAIs), including surgical site infections (SSIs). When it comes to surgical instruments, we’ve always been told that “If it isn’t clean, it can’t be sterile.”

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 11, 2020

He preps the right side of the patient’s neck with Betadine iodine soap, and drapes the right neck with sterile towels. The scrub technician and the surgeon drape sterile paper barriers over the perimeter of the abdomen, as well as a sterile paper vertical barrier (ether screen) between the anesthesiologist and the abdominal surgical site.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 31, 2025

Understanding the Critical Importance of Hospital Sterile Processing Standards In today’s healthcare environment, maintaining rigorous hospital sterile processing standards is not just a regulatory requirementit’s a fundamental responsibility to patient safety.

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OR Manager

APRIL 16, 2025

Imagine completely eliminating surgical site infections (SSIs) without significantly disrupting perioperative workflows. At Magic Valley Regional Medical Center (MVMC), a mid-sized community hospital in Twin Falls, Idaho, a nurse-led pilot project accomplished just that for breast and colorectal surgeries.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 16, 2025

The Critical Role of Sterile Processing in Healthcare Sterile processing technician jobs represent one of the most vital yet often overlooked career paths in healthcare. At SpecialtyCare, we recognize that sterile processing technicians are the unsung heroes of the operating room. Our team members benefit from: 1.

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SpecialtyCare

MAY 3, 2025

At SpecialtyCareUS.com, we understand that maintaining proper sterile processing services is critical to healthcare delivery and patient safety. This comprehensive FAQ addresses the most common questions about sterile processing services, procedures, standards, and best practices. Can sterile processing services be outsourced?

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OR Manager

MAY 28, 2025

Preventing infection from contaminated surgical tools requires attention to every link in a complex chain of processes, from point-of-use pretreatment in the OR to the moment the freshly disinfected or sterilized item arrives at the next patients bedside.

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Radius Anesthesia

JANUARY 28, 2025

The presence of personal items in the operating room (OR) raises concerns related to sterility, infection control, and procedural efficiency. Despite strict guidelines aimed at maintaining an aseptic environment, the use of personal items by healthcare professionals in the OR remains a topic of discussion in modern surgical practices.

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Knowledge of Cutting-Edge Surgical Technology How SpecialtyCare Stays Ahead 5. Commitment to Patient Safety and Sterile Technique Key Responsibilities in Patient Safety How SpecialtyCare Enhances Patient Safety 6. Strong Communication and Teamwork Skills What Makes a Strong SFA in the OR? How SpecialtyCare Prioritizes Collaboration 4.

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OR Manager

MARCH 4, 2025

Reduced costs, faster recovery, and other advantages can make outpatient surgical procedures more convenient for providers and patients alike. Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are incredibly safe, but a lot More » The post 4 ways ASCs balance strict infection control, limited resources appeared first on OR Manager.

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OR Manager

MAY 6, 2025

Patient safety and regulatory compliance demand thoroughly vetting those tasked with preventing healthcare-associated infections. But which certification is the right fit? Those who are new to infection More » The post Certification options abound for infection preventionists appeared first on OR Manager.

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OR Manager

APRIL 29, 2025

However, surgical patient outcomes hinge on more than the competence of those working in these inherently intense environments More » The post How dialogue, data bridge the OR-SPD information gap appeared first on OR Manager. In the OR, precision and focus can mean the difference between life and death.

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