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A More Complete Approach to Infection Prevention Available: On Demand
Posted February 27, 2013 in Webinar Studies prove that soft surface fabrics can harbor bacteria. However, these are often ignored by today’s infection prevention protocols. Soft surface fabrics such as privacy curtains, uniforms/scrubs, bed linens and lab coats make up 90 percent of a patient's contact environment when in a Health ...More MORE INFO

Hand Hygiene: A Patient-Centered Safety Initiative Available: On Demand
Posted October 31, 2012 in Webinar Hand hygiene has been recognized as the most important means of preventing the transmission of infection and there has been a great emphasis on ways to improve hand hygiene compliance by healthcare workers. Despite increasing evidence that patients' flora and the hospital environment are the source ...More MORE INFO

Proper Use of Healthcare Disinfectants: The Implications Associated with Off-Label Use of Disinfectants Available: On Demand
Posted September 28, 2012 in Webinar Learn more about the proper use of healthcare disinfectants and the implications associated with off-label use. Dr. Garrett, the featured speaker, will provide a methodical approach for Infection Preventionists and Environmental Services Professionals to properly and effectively use healthcare ...More MORE INFO

Optimizing Performance for Infection Prevention and Compliance Reporting While Impacting Patient Care Available: On Demand
Posted August 17, 2012 in Webinar Active clinical surveillance fortified with evidence-based Micromedex content empowers clinicians with the tools they need to proactively identify high-risk patients and make HAIs a thing of the past. Improve outcomes, reduce risk, and simplify compliance reporting - one patient at a time. ...More MORE INFO

Endoscope Reprocessing: Demystifying the Multisociety Guideline Available: On Demand
Posted June 25, 2012 in Webinar Understanding the revised Multisociety Guideline means successful endoscope reprocessing. This Webinar will underscore the importance of endoscope reprocessing and following guidelines to attain best practice and improve patient care. ...More MORE INFO

Demystifying the Disinfectant Label: A Step-By-Step Approach for Success Available: On Demand
Posted June 15, 2012 in Webinar Every day Infection Preventionists (IPs), Environmental Services Professionals, and other healthcare personnel face significant challenges due to evolving technology, healthcare reform and, of course, time constraints. Monitoring and selecting healthcare products that are continually released, ...More MORE INFO

Hand Hygiene at the Critical Moment: The Point of Care Available: On Demand
Posted April 24, 2012 in Webinar This Webinar reviews concepts of Point of Care Hand Hygiene, The Patient Zone, and The WHO 5 Moments for Hand Hygiene. The Webinar will also provide an extensive look at research which supports Point of Care hand hygiene. After examining guideline recommendations and discussion around why Point of ...More MORE INFO

Evidence-Based Guidelines for Infection Prevention: Cleaning and Disinfection in the 21st Century. Just what is the evidence? Available: On Demand
Posted April 24, 2012 in Webinar This presentation, led by Irena L. Kenneley, PhD, APHRN-BC, CIC, will serve as an overview on the guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting in the healthcare environment. Dr. Kenneley will discuss the different levels of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting, CDC recommendations, different types of ...More MORE INFO

Biofilms In Medicine - Patients Threatened by Highly Organized Militant Pathogens Available: On Demand
Posted November 28, 2011 in Webinar After advancing to a forward position near enemy lines, Roman infantryman would maneuver into an organized, protective, lethal military formation. With shields raised and swords pointed outward, the troops could withstand wave after wave of formidable assaults and yet stand ready to break out and ...More MORE INFO

On the Level: The New ASTM F2100 Mask Performance Rating Available: On Demand
Posted September 22, 2011 in Webinar In the healthcare setting, choosing the appropriate face mask is a key component in minimizing the spread of potentially infectious diseases. Face masks are worn to contain and filter droplets of microorganisms expelled from the mouth and nasopharyx during talking, sneezing, and coughing. This ...More MORE INFO

The Science Behind Alcohol-Based Hand Rubs Available: On Demand
Posted August 12, 2011 in Webinar Hand hygiene is one of the most important measures to prevent the spread and acquisition of healthcare-associated infections. Alcohol-based hand rubs (ABHRs), also known as hand sanitizers, are a critical component of a comprehensive hand hygiene program. This webinar will review scientific ...More MORE INFO

Preventing Central Line Complications: A Focus on Thrombosis & Infection Available: On Demand
Posted August 16, 2011 in Webinar From preparation and insertion through fluid administration and dressings, there are many opportunities to introduce patient complications associated with Central Lines. Central Line-associated blood stream infections (CLABSIs), blood clots, air embolisms, vessel and tissue damage caused by toxic ...More MORE INFO

Reading the Fine Print - A User's Guide to Understanding Disinfectants Available: On Demand
Posted July 8, 2011 in Webinar In this webinar, participants will: -Identify the desired traits of disinfectants and review the history and future of disinfectant chemistries -Learn side effects and practical applications to minimize them through appropriate product protocols -Develop a greater understanding of disinfectant ...More MORE INFO

Antimicrobial Copper Surfaces - Clinical and Laboratory Performance Available: On Demand
Posted July 8, 2011 in Webinar Hospital-acquired infections place a substantial burden on healthcare systems. Patients that incur an HAI average 19.2 more days in the hospital and $43,000 more in medical bills. With the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the federal government adopted a system to boost ...More MORE INFO

The C. difficile Battle in Healthcare Facilities Available: On Demand
Posted July 8, 2011 in Webinar This presentation will discuss the problem of Clostridium difficile in healthcare facilities. An overview of the C. difficile infection will be discussed as well as the factors that put facilities and patients at risk for transmission. This webinar will also discuss practices and procedures that ...More MORE INFO

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