Of Critical Importance: Protocols for Immediate-Use Steam Sterilization

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Previously known as Flash Sterilization, many facilities perform Immediate-Use Steam Sterilization in order to turn instruments around quickly. However, its use has been implicated in increasing a patient’s risk of infection. To guarantee successful sterilization, professionals must incorporate evidence-based practices and comply with accreditation standards to improve patient care.

Program Highlights

Types of Immediate Use Steam Sterilization

Instruments that should never be processed by IUSS

Thorough cleaning prior to sterilization

Biological and physical monitoring of sterilization cycles

Documentation requirements for IUSS processing

Correct transfer to OR environment

Learning Objective

To outline in detail how to perform Immediate-Use Steam Sterilization, following evidence-based protocols, accreditation standards and manufacturer recommendations

Program Includes

10min Visual presentation (DVD)
1 Free site license upon request

Bonus Resource CD
Approved for Continuing Education
10 Question Post Test with Answer Key
Glossary of Terms

From The Series

Of Critical Importance: Central Service Series

Clinical Advisors

Natalie Lind, CRCST, CHL, FCS, IAHCSMM Educational Director

IAHCSMM Education Review Committee

This program is offered at a discount for members of:

Leaders In Health Care Education