CURRENT ISSUE August 2022 Table of Contents Editor’s Page: Inspiring the Future of Nursing Help Is on the Way The largest nursing school in the U.S. is exposing students to careers in surgery while surgical leaders cope with critical staffing shortages. Proven Strategies for ASC Success Busy multispecialty facilities thrive on standardized practices to increase efficiencies and revenues. The Future of Outpatient Total Knees Promising research and early use of high-tech devices provide a glimpse into what could someday be the norm in same-day joint replacements. Quality Matters in Microsurgical Instruments Function and performance are critical factors for surgeons who perform complex procedures. The Benefits of Rigid Sterilization Containers These durable devices keep instruments sterile, safe and secure. Trend to Watch: Improve Patient Engagement With Communication Apps Phone and web platforms, once considered impersonal, are now known for providing intimate care. Can You Pass This Patient Safety Quiz? Test your knowledge of best practices in the delivery of safe surgical care. Best Practices in Pressure Injury Prevention It takes a team effort to successfully address the risks — and the collective initiative should never end. Optimizing Patients for Optimal Total Joint Outcomes A multidisciplinary effort that focuses on patient education, effective pain control and safe care is a must. Ergonomically Sound Surgery Take a proactive approach to preventing the types of musculoskeletal injuries that have cut short the careers of far too many surgeons. A Team-Based Approach to Reducing SSIs Limiting post-op infections demands understanding how frontline staff perceive and implement evidence-based practices. Ideas That Work: Take a Coloring Break Ideas That Work: Make Sure Supplies Don’t Go to Waste Ideas That Work: Put Your Staff in the Spotlight Ideas That Work: Green Tag in Instrument Trays Ideas That Work: Prevent Cuts Caused by Suture Thread Ideas That Work: A Safer Way to Search for Medications Sparking Early Interest A Delaware school district is exposing young students to careers in nursing. How to Conduct Workplace Investigations Handle complaints with an impartial approach to discovering the truth. Nutrition Counseling Improves Outcomes A healthy diet promotes healing and decreases risks of complications. Product News Great ideas for your OR Stronger Together We need to support each other through these challenging times. DID YOU SEE THIS?
