MM 06.01.01 Element of Performance #3 includes several expectations for the pre-administration review of medications. Learn more.
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Decades ago there was a chemical company slogan, “Better Living Through Chemistry”. It’s true that chemicals do support safe patient care such as cleaners, disinfectants, testing reagents, etc. However, if chemicals are not of the right concentration or strength, they tend to not be effective in supporting the concept of better living or patient safety
Validating Chemical Concentrations Read More »
Do you know that disinfectant has a required temperature range for it to be effective? Ensure your staff are aware of the operating temperature for disinfectants listed in the instructions for use. Learn more.
The Importance of Correct Temperature for Disinfectant Effectiveness Read More »
Discover the importance of accurate internal clocks in medical equipment and the potential risks of incorrect time stamps. Ensure your equipment is up to date.
Sterile vs. Dirty Storage: Keeping Them Properly Separated Read More »
Learn the definition of informed consent, why it is important, and what information should be included to ensure they are completed correctly.
Consents- Let’s Complete Them Correctly Read More »
Discover the importance of accurate internal clocks in medical equipment and the potential risks of incorrect time stamps. Ensure your equipment is up to date.
Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? Read More »
Understand the importance of rounding in reinforcing infection control measures, improving staff practices, and ensuring a safer healthcare environment.
Mold on Eyewash Stations Read More »
Understand the importance of rounding in reinforcing infection control measures, improving staff practices, and ensuring a safer healthcare environment.
Infection Control Rounding Read More »
The proper amount of chemical present in cleaning solutions is critical to remove soil from the contaminated surfaces. Learn recommendations to follow.
Solution Dilution – Are your Detergent Soaks Watered Down? Read More »
Are your organization’s competencies addressing critical safety issues? Learn more to ensure staff are trained and competent to perform their duties.
How Are You Maintaining Your Competencies? Read More »
Ensure your spill kit contents are up-to-date and effective. Learn how to maintain and manage them for safety. Click here to learn more today.
Maintaining Spill Kits Read More »
Ensure your medical equipment is safe and functional with proper maintenance. Follow IFU guidelines and perform regular checks. Click here to learn more.
Ensuring Equipment Safety Read More »
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