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CENTRAL SERVICE: Care & Handling of Powered Surgical Instruments



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Instruments powered by electricity, compressed gas or battery are vital to surgery today. They have complex lumens, movable parts and intricate internal components that are expensive to replace and repair. Central Processing and OR technicians need to understand how these devices work; the common problems associated with processing these instruments; and how to clean, disinfect and sterilize them properly.

This program produced in association with:


Clinical Advisor(s):
Natalie Lind, IAHCSMM Educational Director
IAHCSMM Education Review Committee


Program Details

Program includes:
  • 10 minute visual presentation available in DVD or VHS
  • Bonus Resource CD containing Glossary of Terms and a 10 Question Post Test
  • Approved by IAHCSMM for 1.0 Contact Hour of Continuing Education for Central Service Staff
  • Available upon request 1 Free Site License per viewing address*

Program Description

Learning Objective: To outline in detail how to properly clean, disinfect and sterilize powered surgical instruments, and the common problems associated with processing these expensive instruments


Powered surgical instruments are expensive to purchase, repair and replace, and require skill and knowledge in order to process them correctly. In this program, we explore the three different types of powered surgical instruments – Electric, Compressed Gas, and Battery – and the general guidelines for their care and maintenance.

Packed with hands-on tips, practical examples and helpful insights, this short and concise program benefits all technicians who process powered surgical instruments.

This important program highlights the following, and more:
  • Point of Use cleaning
  • Proper cleaning and disinfection to prevent fluid invasion and other damage
  • Points of inspection on instruments and hose, cable, or battery
  • Common problems associated with processing
  • Transportation

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Use this program for:
  • New Employee Orientation
  • Annual In-Service
  • Mandatory Training
  • Central Processing Technician Training
  • Remedial/Risk Reduction Training

This program funded in-part through an unrestricted educational grant provided by



 



 

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