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By: Jennifer Conroy, MSN, RN-BSN, CNOR
Published: 9/19/2023
This handy pocket guide can help ensure you don’t miss a step when starting each case. Print it out and carry it on you or download it for easy review on your phone. Note that the pocket guide can be used in the preoperative area or OR, depending on your facility. The pocket guide is editable, allowing the steps to be customized.
AORN members can access AORN's Comprehensive Surgical Checklist. This checklist includes key safety checks as outlined in the World Health Organization Surgical Safety Checklist and The Joint Commission Universal Protocol. It is designed for use in all types of facilities (eg, hospital ORs, ambulatory surgery settings, physician offices).
Discover AORN's guidelines for surgical attire in the operating room. Learn how to choose appropriate clothing, head coverings, and footwear to minimize the risk of surgical site infections. This guide covers best practices for perioperative personnel, including proper attire for visitors and recommendations for cleaning personal devices.
In this week’s Periop Life, Dr. Michael Rempel, DNP, RN, CNOR, shares six actionable strategies to help you support their transition into practice.
Here are three tips to be more effective when communicating a message in the perioperative setting.
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