Mar 24, 2023
How often do you handle specimens in your operating room? Have you ever considered your risk of exposure to a Class 1 carcinogen every time you add formalin to your specimen containers?
Formalin is recognized as a Class 1 carcinogen, and exposure to the fumes is a safety issue for all OR staff. But,...
Mar 22, 2023
This week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this article, Melanie discusses three specific benefits of double gloving, and explains that double gloving is a practice for all of us, not just for those in specific specialties.
"The benefits of...
Mar 8, 2023
This week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this article, Melanie examines the benefits that a fresh perspective can add to our department. And, she highlights the importance of asking, "Why?"
"Do we fully appreciate the value that a fresh...