HSPA’s Tony Thurmond shares four ways sterile processing teams can build professionalism and pride, from continuous development to SPD tours.
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HSPA’s Critical Role in Standards Development and Agency Collaboration
The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) is actively involved in developing U.S. and international standards that affect the sterile processing discipline. HSPA also collaborates with allied healthcare organizations, accreditation organizations and federal agencies to represent the profession and provide essential guidance as needed.
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Elevating Sharps Safety in Sterile Processing
Unprotected sharp devices that enter the decontamination area of the sterile processing department (SPD) – or sharps waste placed in an inappropriate container, such as a garbage bag – jeopardize the safety of those who handle the items.
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Cause & Effect: When SPD Is Managed Without Proper Support
Sterile processing departments (SPDs) across the country are being pushed to produce more with less, often facing unreasonable expectations for faster-than-acceptable turnaround times to keep pace with procedural volumes.
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Continuing Education in SPD: Quality & Safety Lie in the ‘Why’
The sterile processing (SP) discipline continues to advance and evolve, and its essential role in infection prevention and other quality outcomes is more understood and appreciated than ever before. All steps in the processing and device management cycle are critical, and any rushed, skipped or improperly performed step can jeopardize patient safety.
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Turning Errors into Learning Opportunities
Everyone makes mistakes, but they can have devastating consequences in healthcare, where they can impact patient and employee safety. This is certainly the case for errors made in a demanding, high-risk environment like the sterile processing department, where positive patient outcomes hinge on safe, high-quality practices free from shortcuts and other process deviations.
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