Water for cleaning medical devices
Considering water as an essential element, its use occurs in several stages of processing: displacement of dirt through spraying in thermo-disinfec…
Course Tag: IFUs
Unmasking Short Cycle sterilization
Most healthcare facilities are familiar with terminal sterilization and IUSS. However, the newer Short Cycle defies previous categories.
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Removing the mystery from reprocessing
Reprocessing is the science and practice of preparing instruments and devices for use and reuse in patient care.
Do your medical device drying processes meet the standards?
This article will review current recommendations for effective medical device drying, discuss the appropriate types of air to use and explain how t…
Making sense of your medical device IFU
The instructions for use (IFU) that are delivered with every new medical device by the manufacturer are intended to enable safe use of the item. Th…
Accreditation preparation for sterile processing
Accreditation has a definite financial impact on a healthcare organization’s budget based on reimbursements.