May 2008
In this issue . . .
Perioperative News Update
The FDA and CMS announce efforts to improve product quality and safety, the Council and Surgical and Perioperative Safety releases statement on violence in the workplace, The Joint Commission releases alert on preventing pediatric medication errors, and more.
Looking back at Congress 2008
New partnerships, lively education and strong positions on workplace safety announced at AORN's 55th Congress in Anaheim, Calif., in April.
Taking a stand on surgical smoke
AORN recognizes the hazards surgical smoke and bio-aerosols pose to patients and perioperative professionals. That's why the association has taken its strongest stand yet to recognize these hazards and recommend risk reduction strategies in the new Position Statement on Surgical Smoke and Bio-aerosols, which was passed in April at AORN's 55th Congress in Anaheim, Calif.
Understanding online networking needs
AORN's Nurse Educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist SA conducts survey to understand member online communication needs.
A message from Nathalie Walker, Treasurer, AORN Board of Directors.
Reaching the next generation of nurses
Craig, 31, a team manager and perioperative clinical educator at INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Okla., proudly considers herself a next generation perioperative nurse. She works to advocate for the value next generation nurses bring to the perioperative profession.
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