PROGRAM TOPICS

Operating Room Education


Aseptic Technique: An Essential Strategy

18 minutes
Aseptic Technique is an essential strategy, second only to proper hand hygiene, in preventing the transmission of infection.

Fire Safety in the Operating Room: Strategies for Keeping It Safe

21 minutes
Approximately 100 fires occur in the operating room every year, many times with devastating effects. It is vital that staff who work in the surgical environment be familiar with fire prevention strategies and what to do if a fire does occur.

From Top To Bottom: Cleaning Operating and Procedure Rooms

10 minutes
This program provides an in-depth demonstration and explanation of cleaning and disinfecting protocols for the operating room and other procedure areas.

Moderate Sedation: Complying with Accreditation and Regulatory Requirements

15 minutes
A patient’s response to sedation is not always predictable; therefore, it is imperative that healthcare providers who administer moderate sedation study the evidence-based practices and required standards and regulations essential in providing safe, effective patient care.

On High Alert: Infection Prevention Practices for the Operating Room

15 minutes
A short, effective infection prevention training program for all healthcare professionals who provide pre-, intra-, or post-operative care to surgical patients.

Overcoming the Obstacles: Improving Hand Hygiene Compliance

12 miniutes
Hand hygiene is the single most important and effective practice healthcare professionals can do to prevent the spread of microorganisms that cause HAIs!

Partners in Care: Patient Education for Preventing Surgical Site Infections (Program Nine)

7 minutes
The patient plays a vital role in preventing surgical site infections! Help your facility reduce SSIs by educating the patient on infection prevention strategies that they can practice both before and after surgery.

Safe Injection Practices

10 mins
All healthcare providers are urged to carefully review their infection control practices and the practices of all staff under their supervision.

- CDC's Injection Safety Information for Providers