Periop Talk

In this episode of Periop Talk AORN gives a sneak preview into the new High-Level Disinfection Guideline and how these key changes will impact your daily practice. Perioperative nurses play a vital role in the disinfection process:Enhanced communication: Ensuring seamless handoff of devices to decontamination with details about pre-treatment and device condition.Verification before disinfection: Introducing a crucial step - cleaning verification testing with magnification and the use of borescopes for a deeper look.The importance of drying: We'll explore new research highlighting the importance of thorough drying for all lumens of instruments and scopes before storage.Perioperative nurses are key players in upholding aseptic technique and ensuring patient safety throughout the surgical journey. Their role in high-level disinfection contributes significantly to preventing infections and promoting positive patient outcomes.Support the show