Introduces the perioperative registered nurse (RN) to the elements of a culture of safety and the effect of human factors on delivery of care.
Identify the characteristics of malignant hyperthermia (MH) and the guidelines for treatment.
Learn the physiological and psychosocial aspects of the perioperative assessment.
Increase your knowledge of anesthesia methods to assist the anesthesia professional in delivering safe patient care.
Learn the essential principles of draping a surgical field and the types of surgical drapes.
Understand how skin preparation of the surgical site helps reduce the potential for surgical site infections.
Learn about various methods of hemostasis, the use of sponges and drains, and ways to prevent retained surgical items (RSIs).
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.
Learn how to apply safety principles specific to care of patient in the surgical suite.
Identify correct surgical attire and how it’s worn to protect both patients and healthcare workers.
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.
Learn the most effective ways to optimize patient care practices through proper hand hygiene.
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This webinar introduces microlearning for surgical teams, highlighting formats, real-world applications, and its role in boosting competency, retention, and just-in-time education through research and expert insights.
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.
