This educational program targets endoscope reprocessing professionals aiming to deepen their comprehension of the diverse environmental factors impacting endoscope contamination during reprocessing. Participants will explore strategies to mitigate these factors during sampling and culturing, emphasizing the significance of comprehensive training in contamination prevention. Additionally, the course will focus on identifying potential sources of environmental influence within endoscopy suites.
Learning Objectives • Recognize the significant impact of environmental factors on endoscope reprocessing and the resulting risks to patient safety. • Learn strategies to mitigate risks associated with environmental factors in endoscope reprocessing, including sampling and culturing of reusable endoscopes. • Develop proficiency in implementing effective protocols and procedures to eliminate environmental factors from the endoscope reprocessing process, thereby enhancing healthcare standards and patient safety.
