Surgical instruments and other reusable devices can be washed and disinfected in an automated washer disinfector. The use of automated equipment helps standardize the cleaning...
Q “We have silicone mats in my department. Some people leave them in trays with instruments when going through the medical automatic washer, and some people don’t. Also, some ...
The quality and consistency of water used in Sterile Processing departments (SPDs) are critical. Evidence has shown the importance of proper water quality across all stages of...
Late last year, I was asked to offer my predictions as to what healthcare delivery will look by 2030. For this month’s column, I thought I would spend some time discussing some...
Many of us favor and prefer choice. Those of us who don’t, either find comfort in being told what to do, or simply don’t want the hassle of making decisions that interfere with...
