QUAD A Jan 29, 2025 10:11:38 AM 4 min read

Essentials of a Malignant Hyperthermia Drill in the Outpatient Surgery Facility

The exact incidence of malignant hyperthermia (MH) is unknown. Estimates are that it ...

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QUAD A Jan 22, 2025 4:54:28 PM 6 min read

Hand Hygiene Audits

In the realm of healthcare, the importance of hand hygiene cannot be overstated. It ...

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QUAD A Jan 16, 2025 10:26:14 AM 6 min read

Operating Room Turnover

In healthcare, the operating room (OR) is a critical component in providing safe surgical ...

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QUAD A Jan 9, 2025 7:59:30 AM 2 min read

Immunizations, Inoculations and TB Screening

QUAD A has two (2) immunization requirements at standards 11-H-10 and 11-H-11 for the ...

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QUAD A Dec 18, 2024 9:25:02 AM 3 min read

Preparing for the Updated Standards

As the final reviews and approvals on the standards are being completed, we would like to ...

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QUAD A Dec 11, 2024 9:47:06 AM 5 min read

Why are IFUs important?

Maintaining manufacturers' instructions for use (IFUs) in healthcare facilities is very ...

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QUAD A Dec 5, 2024 12:09:36 PM 3 min read

Breast Sizer Re-sterilization

Breast implant Sizers are commonly used to assist the surgeon in selecting the ...

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QUAD A Nov 14, 2024 10:40:51 AM 5 min read

Is an H&P Required for Patients Receiving Only Oral Sedation?

When it comes to patient safety in the setting of surgical procedures, the importance of ...

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QUAD A Nov 6, 2024 3:38:33 PM 9 min read

Peer Review Versus Patient Safety Data Reporting (PSDR)

What is peer review? What is Patient Safety Data Reporting (PSDR)? Are they the same? ...

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QUAD A Oct 30, 2024 2:49:46 PM 7 min read

Oxygen Tank Safety

Please note this newsletter applies to any program that stores oxygen tanks on-site in ...

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