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Source: AORN Journal - September 26, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: AORN periop briefing Source Type: research
Picking up the Cause of the Stroke
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
A brief review of steam sterilization
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Abdominal aortic aneurysm resection
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Guideline for prevention of venous thromboembolism
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
National Preparedness Month: Advanced planning for disasters is paramount
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Guideline at a Glance: Information Management
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 Author(s): AORN (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Evidence appraisal of Ravikumar V, Ho AL, Pendhakar AV, Sussman ES, Chow KK, Li G. The use of vancomycin powder for surgical prophylaxis following craniotomy.
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 Author(s): George Allen (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Clinical Issues —September 2017
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 Author(s): Amber Wood Performing Staphylococcus aureus decolonization for urgent procedures Key words: decolonization, Staphylococcus aureus, MRSA, MSSA, mupirocin. Hand hygiene before donning gloves Key words: hand hygiene, glove, personal protective equipment. Hand hygiene before skin prep Key words: hand hygiene, skin prep, sterile task, aseptic task. Scrubbing by stroke versus timed method Key words: surgical hand rub, surgical scrub, stroke method, timed method. (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Improving Efficiency and Patient Experiences: The Perioperative Surgical Home Model
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 Author(s): Theresa Criscitelli (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Guideline Summary: Positioning the Patient
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 Author(s): AORN (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Guideline Implementation: Positioning the Patient
This article focuses on the key points of the guideline covering the use of prophylactic dressings, neurophysiological monitoring, and safely positioning the patient in the supine and prone positions. Perioperative RNs should review the complete guideline for additional information and for guidance when writing and updating policies and procedures. (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Back to Basics: Pneumatic Tourniquet Use
This article addresses the safety risks to patients when using pneumatic tourniquets and optimal safe use of these devices. (Source: AORN Journal)
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
An Integrative Review of the Hands-Free Technique in the OR
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 Author(s): Pamela B. Linzer, Sean P. Clarke Sharps injury rates are proportionally higher in perioperative areas than in other practice settings. The hands-free technique (HFT) has been shown to decrease the hazards of sharps injuries when passing sharps during surgery. We reviewed and synthesized research studies regarding compliance with the HFT and factors facilitating its use using a key word search of online databases and a secondary search of references. We reviewed English language studies published since 2001 regarding HFT compliance rat...
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Professional and Regulatory Infection Control Guidelines: Collaboration to Promote Patient Safety
Publication date: September 2017 Source:AORN Journal, Volume 106, Issue 3 Author(s): Judith L. Clayton, Kimberly J. Miller Professional organizations and regulatory agencies collaborate on infection prevention and control guidelines to support preventing and controlling infection in the surgical setting. More specifically, regulatory and accrediting agencies, professional associations, and advisory committees create and promote the use of evidence-based recommendations for preventing surgical site infections. Many agencies perform accreditation surveys to ensure compliance with these standards and guidelines. Periopera...
Source: AORN Journal - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
