HPN-SP Insights: How Long can Sterilized Instruments be Stored in Peel Pouches

Published: 2022/02 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: Simplifying the Semantics

Published: 2021/12 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: 4 examples of Julian dating or SPD tracking; label symbol question

Published: 2021/11 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: Proteolytic detergents; instruments common to open-heart surgery

Published: 2021/10 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: Quality Assurance vs. Quality Improvement; types of scissors

Published: 2021/09 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: What’s in your water? Testing for quality

Published: 2021/08 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: ANSI/AAMI standard anticipated this summer, don’t wipe out on workstation cleaning

Published: 2021/07 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: Clearing the air on sterile storage, instrument positioning

Published: 2021/06 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: To be hand in glove with safe practices

Published: 2021/05 | View PDF

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Use of alcohol in the workplace … as a disinfectant

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To be hand in glove with safe practices

Published: 2021/04 |

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HPN CS Insights: Use of alcohol in the workplace … as a disinfectant

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HPN CS Insights: Heat sealers: How to test and verify the sealing process

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HPN CS Insights: Cleaning hinged instruments effectively, anticipating ANSI/AAMI ST 79 updates

Published: 2021/02 | View PDF

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HPN CS Insights: Erasing instrument errors

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HPN Dec CS Solutions Inspection of cannulated devices, cleaning of personal items, and The need for

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HPN-CS Connections Oct Removing bio?lms; using indicators in sterilization assurance

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Kit, tray and kaboodle Getting and keeping your assets together

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OR Today Company Showcase

Published: 2020/10 |

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OR Today Company Showcase

Published: 2020/10 |

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HPN- Aug CS Solutions

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HPN July CS Solutions

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HPN June CS Solutions: "Can social distancing be facilitated by the use of floor signs, such as Heal

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HPN Onsite vs Offsite Reprocessing

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CS Solutions April

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CS Solutions March

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CS Solutions March

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CS Solutions Feb

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CS Solutions January Breaking down reprocessing process; blood cells role; instrument pack weight

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CS Solutions December Protecting instruments from heat, humidity and organisms

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CS Solutions Nov: Inspecting electrical instruments for insulation failure

Published: 2019/11 | View PDF

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CS Solutions Oct: Seeking storage; 9 steps to clean; processing carbide inserts

Published: 2019/10 | View PDF

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GREEN IS THE NEW BLACK The new Wipak strategy is out

Published: 2019/10 |

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Mitigating risk in flexible endoscope reprocessing

Published: 2019/10 | View PDF

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The full scope of reprocessing: Introspection and intervention

Published: 2019/10 | View PDF

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The Process of Containing Instruments

Published: 2019/09 | View PDF

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Don't Let Water Quality Hurt Care Quality

Published: 2019/09 | View PDF

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Soaking instruments; using labels; peel pack placement

Published: 2019/09 | View PDF

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CS Solutions Aug - Making product decisions without CS input; too embarrassed to ask questions

Published: 2019/08 | View PDF

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OR TODAY WEBINAR SERIES EXPERIENCES RECORD-BREAKING GROWTH

Published: 2019/08 | View PDF

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CS Solutions July - Handling sharps and needles; weekend protocols

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CS Solutions June - Precleaning instruments; proper use of container signage

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CS Solutions May Storing scopes properly and keeping cool in the SPD

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CS Solutions April

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TechNation Endoscope Roundtable

Published: 2019/04 | View PDF

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Healthmark 50th Anniversary Press Release

Published: 2019/04 | View PDF

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CS Solutions March

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CS SOLUTIONS Steam outages; washer testing; stringing instruments

Published: 2019/02 | View PDF

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CS SOLUTIONS Aiming for success – both personally and professionally – in 2019

Published: 2019/01 | View PDF

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Keeping Murphy’s law out of the SPD

Published: 2019/01 | View PDF

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CS Solutions November - Testing frequency of automated washers; scope moisture identification

Published: 2018/11 | View PDF

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OR Today Corporate Profile

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CS Solutions Oct: Cavitation testing; shelf placement, protection

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Southeast Mich. attracts $13M in business expansions

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Healthmark Expansion Detroit News

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CS Solutions Sept: Preparing for CMS inspections; Addressing biohazard spills

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CS Solutions Aug: SPD staffing, training, supervision not a one person job

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Part-of-the-clean-team Tech Nation

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CS Solutions July: The time to outsource the SPD; Humidity standards

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June CS Solutions

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HPN: CS Solutions May; Washing instruments in the scrub sink; proper prion removal

Published: 2018/05 | View PDF

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Surgical Products- Personal Projection Equipment_ Bringing Individual Expression To OR Apparel

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February CS Solutions Pre-treatment is a must; a wet storage story

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Keeping Cool In The Decontamination Area

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Proper endoscope cleaning requires visual cues — even for the invisible

Published: 2017/11 |

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HPN Oct Washer Testing; washer disinfector inspections

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HPN Sept Sharps safety; putting baby blankets in trays

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HPN-August Combining Similar instruments with different IFU's' lining sterilizer rack

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Decontam in the Details

Published: 2017/07 | View PDF

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No Crash Course in Crisis Management

Published: 2017/07 | View PDF

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Product Evaluating PPE

Published: 2017/07 | View PDF

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HPN June CS Solutions: Handling explants; inspecting insulated instruments

Published: 2017/06 | View PDF

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HPN May CS Solutions: Appropriate air for drying scopes; reprocessing hazards still rate high

Published: 2017/05 |

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HPN CS Solutions: Selecting suitable storage and shelving; long sleeves in the SPD

Published: 2017/04 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Proper Use of Chemical and Biological Indicators

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HPN CS Solutions: Decontaminating open sets; separating sharps; ultrasonic testing variables

Published: 2017/02 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Loathing long sleeves; sorting soiled linens; the purpose of enzyme spray...

Published: 2017/01 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Transporting Clean Instruments

Published: 2016/12 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Sterile expiration dates, addressing allergies with laundry service, daily

Published: 2016/11 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Double Pouching

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HPN CS Solutions: Lubricating ortho sets; testing cart washers; flushing scopes with alcohol

Published: 2016/08 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: When to reprocess stored scopes; CS department practice assessment

Published: 2016/05 | View PDF

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AAMI BI&T: Characterizing Simulated-Use Test Soils Used in Reprocessing Validations

Published: 2016/05 | View PDF

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AAMI Horizons: Safer Sterilization and Reprocessing Require Systemwide Improvements

Published: 2016/05 | View PDF

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AAMI Horizons: Safe to Handle? Comparing Manually and Machine-Washed Medical Devices

Published: 2016/04 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Keeping sterile sets dry; the 25-pound tray

Published: 2016/03 | View PDF

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HPN CS Connections: Maintaining instrument maintenance programs

Published: 2016/02 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: IUSS cycle frequency; differentiating sanitization, disinfection and sterilization

Published: 2016/01 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: The control test-BI relationship; re-cleaning "clean" containers; special foo

Published: 2016/-6 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Setting standards: handling scope accessories, SPD dress codes, culturin

Published: 2015/11 | View PDF

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HPN Self Study Series: Complying with AAMI ST91: Key recommendations for your facility

Published: 2015/11 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Monitoring temperature in transit; pitfalls of plastic, solid-bottom trays

Published: 2015/10 | View PDF

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OR Today: Healthmark Continues to Innovate

Published: 2015/10 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Absorbing moisture in orthopedic trays, mysterious washer test results

Published: 2015/09 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Stained packaging, segregating scope blades, proper handling of pouches

Published: 2015/08 | View PDF

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HPN: New cleaning and sterility assurance products boost efficiency, safety

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HPN CS Solutions: Maintenance documentation, alcohol rinsing, ultrasonic rules

Published: 2015/06 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Using Toothbrushes...

Published: 2015/04 | View PDF

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HPN CS Solutions: Fecal transplanting a reality; writing on peel pouches

Published: 2015/03 | View PDF

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Improving the Cleaning Process for Flexible Endoscopes

Published: 2015/03 | View PDF

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CS Solutions Feb 2015 SPD attire, inconsistent practices, reprocessing borrowed instruments

Published: 2015/02 | View PDF

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CS Solutions HPN Jan Handling scopes, Ebola instruments, wet sterilization packs, EEG electrodes

Published: 2015/01 | View PDF

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Sticking together on sharps safety

Published: 2014/12 | View PDF

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CS Solutions HPN Dec Passing the buck on contaminated instruments, steam outages, washer placement

Published: 2014/12 | View PDF

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Cool Aids ESP #1

Published: 2014/12 | View PDF

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New Camera Technology Provides 'Fantastic Voyage' Into Future

Published: 2014/12 |

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Sterilizing stuffed animals, missing IFU’s, HLD safety

Published: 2014/10 | View PDF

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When are endoscopes, heat-sensitive devices ready to be handled safely?

Published: 2014/10 | View PDF

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Sept CS Solutions HPN - Picking the suitable brush for the right instrument

Published: 2014/09 | View PDF

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OR Today 2014 Company Showcase

Published: 2014/09 | View PDF

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Aug CS Solutions HPN - Chemical Temperatures, Unbearable Conditions

Published: 2014/08 | View PDF

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July CS Solutions HPN - Fans in CS? Ideal lighting for visual inspections?

Published: 2014/07 | View PDF

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June CS Solutions HPN - IUSS containers, dirty floors, Standards of Practice

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May CS Solutions-Double pouching for sterile presentation? ATP use in CS?

Published: 2014/05 | View PDF

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April CS Solutions

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HPN March CS Solutions: Failed sterilizer recall; IUSS intended for immediate use; scrub attire in c

Published: 2014/03 | View PDF

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HPN Feb CS Solutions Packaging semi-critical devices; What is TASS and why is it a concern?

Published: 2014/02 | View PDF

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HPN Jan CS Solutions Failures in Sterilization and Packaging

Published: 2014/01 | View PDF

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HPN Nov Just how safe are stored endoscopes anyway?

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Oct CS Solutions

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September CS Solutions

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Aug CS Solutions

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July CS Solutions

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June CS Solutions

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May CS Solutions

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April CS Solutions

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OR Today Company Showcase

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March CS Solutions

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Feb CS Solutions

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Dec CS CS Solutions in HPN

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ICT Reprint Articles/Humipak Ad

Published: 2012/12 | View PDF

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Central Supply "Tools of the Trade": Tip Protection

Published: 2012/11 | View PDF

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November CS Solutions in HPN

Published: 2012/11 |

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HPN Reprocessing Endoscopes Begins at Bedside

Published: 2012/11 |

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CPD Guy Offers CHIP Tips for Endoscope Reprocessing

Published: 2012/11 |

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Reprocessing endoscopes begins at bedside

Published: 2012/11 |

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CS Solutions-HPN Cost conscious chemical use; processing carbide insert instruments in the ultrasoni

Published: 2012/10 | View PDF

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CS Solutions-HPN

Published: 2012/09 | View PDF

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Sterile Processing Certification...Does it Have Value?

Published: 2012/06 |

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Reprocessing rules for freestanding healthcare facilities

Published: 2012/06 |

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HPN CS Solutions; SPD performance standards; maximum instruments in washer basket; stacking sterile

Published: 2012/05 |

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Keeping Surgical Instruments Moist

Published: 2012/05 |

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Tools of the Trade. Instrument Stringers for Reprocessing

Published: 2012/05 | View PDF

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Count Sheets; Where do we put them?

Published: 2012/03 | View PDF

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Tools of the Trade; Endoscopy Reprocessing

Published: 2012/02 | View PDF

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Updating and Upgrading Device Reprocessing: AAMI/FDA Summit

Published: 2012/02 | View PDF

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Practical Guidance for handling Reusable Sharps

Published: 2012/02 | View PDF

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Central Supply "Tools of the Trade": Peel Pouches

Published: 2012/01 | View PDF

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Importance of Signs in the Healtcare Work Place

Published: 2011/12 | View PDF

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Central Supply "Tools of the Trade": Brushes

Published: 2011/10 | View PDF

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Central Supply "Tools of the Trade" Magnifying Glass

Published: 2011/10 | View PDF

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Central Supply: The Heart of the Hospital

Published: 2011/09 |

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Healthmark Wins AdProbe Award

Published: 2011/09 |

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What you need to know about ATP Monitoring Systems

Published: 2011/09 |

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Tracking Cleaning Effectiveness_ What You Need to Know About ATP Monitoring

Published: 2011/09 | View PDF

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Why Test Your Surgical Instruments Weekly?

Published: 2011/08 |

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CS Solutions July; Medical grade air; dry vs. moist instrument transport; multiple inspection magnif

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HPN August-Combining similiar instruments with different IFU

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HPN August-Combining similiar instruments with different IFU

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HPN August-Combining similiar instruments with different IFU

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HPN Sept CS Solutions - Transporting soiled and sterile items separately; testing all levels of wash

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