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| Quality is Here to Stay |
Many
of the articles last week dealt with quality. The ranges of topics were from
double gloving, instrument processing to new AAMI standards being released.
Each day we have new challenges, but, as we meet those challenges, it is the
patient who should be the center in all of our choices. The quality of the care we give to that
patient should be the center of everything we do. The new standards have raised
the bar for many facilities; they have raised the quality bar higher but in the
long run everybody will benefit, staff and patient alike. There are over 25 new
updates in ST 79, here are just two of them:
- In section 7.5 on cleaning verification
"...Mechanical cleaning equipment should be tested upon installation, weekly
(preferably daily) during routine use, and after major repairs..."
- In section 8.3.4 paper plastic pouches "...Small items or instruments can
also be placed in an all-paper bag...".
Again these are just two of the changes.
If
you have not purchased the updated ANSI/AAMI ST 79, now would be a good
time.
It is available at their web page www.aami.org. Pick up a copy today.
Sincerely,
Stephen Kovach
Director of Education
Healthmark Industries Company, Inc.
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| News Headlines |
AAMI Announces new additions to ST79...
Steam Sterilization Standard Undergoes Major Revision, including new standards for cleaning verification...
READ FULL STORY...
Instrument Processing Hurdles...
Understanding Risk Factors for Retained Foreign Bodies
Double Gloving
Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority Marks Milestone with One Million Reports
No Economic Slowdown for Expanding Medical Manufacturer
FDA Sets Fees for Fiscal 2010
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