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What Does a Bowie Dick Do?: A Deep Dive on Air vs. Sterilization

What Does a Bowie Dick Do?: A Deep Dive on Air vs. Sterilization

FromBeyond Clean Podcast


What Does a Bowie Dick Do?: A Deep Dive on Air vs. Sterilization

FromBeyond Clean Podcast

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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Oct 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

How well do you really know the Bowie Dick test? Join Don Tumminelli as he kicks off our Season 22 premiere and unpacks the history, science, and purpose behind this crucial daily sterilizer challenge test and one of the least understood SPD consumable. Learn proper test pack placement, cycle parameters, result interpretation, and troubleshooting steps for failures. Discover the difference between assessing air removal vs sterilization efficacy. Uncover common myths and look ahead to potential future advancements. Tune in to master the Bowie Dick test to optimize patient safety, comply with standards, and keep your department running smoothly! Season 22 of Beyond Clean is releasing under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondclean.net/ce-credit-hub for access to this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.
Released:
Oct 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

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