Purpose
The purpose of this activity is to enable the learner to increase their knowledge of the AORN Guideline for Retained Surgical Items.
Overview
This is a four-hour in-service on how to implement the AORN Guideline for Retained Surgical Items.
Outcomes
- Identify the consequences of retained surgical items.
- Describe the most common incidences of retained surgical items.
- Identify risk factors for retained surgical items.
- Describe correct counting procedures.
Contact Hours
After presenting this in-service attendee may earn 4.0 contact hours by registering and completing the course evaluation.