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2. Central sterile services department - Wikipedia

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   The central sterile services department ( CSSD ), also called sterile processing department ( SPD ), sterile processing, central supply department ( CSD ), or central supply, is an integrated place in hospitals and other health care facilities that performs sterilization and other actions on medical devices, equipment and consumables; for ...

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4. What Is Aseptic Technique? Purpose, What's Involved, and More

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   3 min read. Aseptic technique is a collection of medical practices and procedures that helps protect patients from dangerous germs. Bacteria, viruses, and microorganisms are everywhere, so using ...

5. Aseptic Technique: Uses, Benefits, and Complications - Healthline

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   Aseptic technique is a procedure used by medical staff to prevent the spread of infection. The goal is to reach asepsis, which means an environment that is free of harmful microorganisms.

6. International Association of Healthcare Central Service ...

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   The International Association of Health Central Service Material Management (IAHSCMM) is a professional association which represents healthcare Central Service (CS) professionals, and is based in Chicago, Illinois with over 21,000 members worldwide. IAHSCMM in association with Purdue University provides education and professional certification ...

7. Disinfect vs. Sterilize: Differences, Uses, and More - Healthline

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   Takeaway. Disinfecting and sterilizing are both types of decontamination, but they’re different. Disinfecting kills most viruses and fungi while sterilizing kills all microorganisms, even those ...

8. What is a Surgical Technologist? - WebMD

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   The surgical technologist brings you into the operating room. They’ll take you to the table, make sure you’re comfortable, and cover you with sterile drapes. Surgical techs also clean and ...

9. Throat Swab Culture: What You Need to Know - Healthline

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   A throat swab culture, or throat culture, is a test commonly used to diagnose bacterial infections in the throat. These infections can include strep throat, pneumonia, tonsillitis, whooping cough ...