Overview:
This COVID-19 Clinical Update panel discussion will answer frequently asked questions asked by perioperative nurses caring for COVID-19 patients. This week’s discussion will focus on questions asked during last week’s clinical update webinar and other content as the situation continues to develop.
Outcomes:
- Identify instrument transportation and cleaning practice recommendations for known or suspected COVID-19 patients.
- Discuss FDA Emergency Use Authorization as it applies to PPR preprocessing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Identify the pressure requirements for an OR when caring for a COVID-19 patient.
- Describe the time required for clearance of airborne contaminates from an OR.
- Discuss implementation strategies to reduce risk of environmental contamination and optimize use of personal protective equipment.