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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CBSPD approved through April 30, 2026

HSPA approved through April 2, 2024


Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe the difference between immediate use steam sterilization and Short Cycle steam sterilization
  2. List the steps of Short Cycle validation
  3. Define quality control needs and reporting

About the Author

About Instructor

Arthur Henderson

Senior Clinical Education Specialist, STERIS Corporation

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Course Includes

  • 5 Lessons
  • 1 Test
  • Course Certificate
  • CBSPD

    The CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) has pre-approved this in-service for one (1) contact hour for a period of five (5) years from the date of original publication. Successful completion of the lesson and post test must be documented by facility management and those records maintained by the individual until re-certification is required.

    DO NOT SEND LESSON OR TEST TO CBSPD.

    For additional information regarding certification contact CBSPD – 148 Main Street, Suite C-1, Lebanon, NJ 08833

    www.sterileprocessing.org.


    HSPA

    HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) has pre-approved this in-service for 1.0 Continuing Education Credits for a period of three years.

    myhspa.org

    For more information, direct any questions to Healthcare Purchasing News (941) 259-0832.