The Care and Handling of Surgical Instruments
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2.0 CE creditsCompletion Time
1 hourAvailable Until
May 31, 2025
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PerioperativeClinical Topics
SurgeryThis educational activity provides comprehensive information on the care and handling of surgical instruments, from point of use to quality control, to enhance patient care and safety. It covers recommended procedures for instrument maintenance, decontamination, sterilization, and high-level disinfection, with guidelines and a post-test for immediate feedback.
Supported by Pfiedler Education, a division of AORN.
Funding provided by STERIS.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the steps in the precleaning and transport of surgical instruments.
- Outline procedures for decontamination of surgical instruments.
- Discuss the methods of sterilization for surgical instruments.
- Differentiate high-level disinfection and sterilization.
- Explain the rationale for a quality control program in your practice setting.
CE Information
This activity offers 2.0 CE credits to attendees.
Accredited by CBRN.
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