Understand how skin preparation of the surgical site helps reduce the potential for surgical site infections.
Identify the characteristics of malignant hyperthermia (MH) and the guidelines for treatment.
Learn the physiological and psychosocial aspects of the perioperative assessment.
Learn about various methods of hemostasis, the use of sponges and drains, and ways to prevent retained surgical items (RSIs).
Identify correct surgical attire and how it’s worn to protect both patients and healthcare workers.
Learn the most effective ways to optimize patient care practices through proper hand hygiene.
Identify the essentials of cleaning the perioperative areas to provide a safe environment for both patients and healthcare workers.
Learn evidence-based practices for skin preps; types of prepping agents; prepping procedures; and documentation for common types of surgery.
Understand professionalism, accountability, ethical behavior, and legal and risk management topics.
Acquire essential knowledge on environmental cleaning in the surgical setting to help minimize exposure to infectious organisms.
Identify how to protect both patients and healthcare workers during radiological procedures in the surgical setting.
Identify the concepts of sterile technique and their application to clinical perioperative practice.
Based on AORN’s Guidelines for Perioperative Practice - Design and Maintenance: Guideline Update for 2024
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A recent study showed that 42.8% of sharps injuries occurred in the perioperative setting. In this recorded webinar, perioperative team members will gain knowledge of the evidence-based recommendations included in the updated AORN guideline for sharps safety to help prevent sharps injuries.
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Discover key updates in the revised Transmission-based Precautions Guideline. This webinar provides guidance for perioperative teams about necessary precautions to protect patients and personnel from transmission of potentially infectious agents.
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Discover key updates in the revised Pneumatic Tourniquet Safety Guideline. This webinar highlights critical changes, guiding perioperative teams in the safe use of pneumatic tourniquets before, during, and after procedures.
On the morning of November 30, 2018, an earthquake occurred in Alaska, which is a part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. Join this webinar to learn how one OR team was prepared for this emergency and performed admirably to deliver safe patient care.
Based on AORN’s Guidelines for Perioperative Practice - Guideline Update: Transmission-Based Precautions 2019.
Based on AORN’s Guidelines for Perioperative Practice - Surgical Smoke Safety: Guideline Update 2021.
Based on AORN’s Guidelines for Perioperative Practice - Instrument Care and Cleaning: Guideline Update 2021.
