SURG 1060 - Orientation to Central Processing Distribution Technician

Credit Hours: 4.00

Objectives:

1. Discuss the development of the central service department within the health care system.
2. Describe the areas of most central service departments.
3. Define terms related to sterile processing.
4. Review policies and procedures of most central service departments.
5. List the objectives of the central service department.
6. Discuss the importance of control of contamination and the environment.
7. List the function, role and responsibilities of the central processing distribution technician.
8. List principles of effective communication.
9. Discuss the importance of following direction.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the role of the Central Processing Distribution Technician (CPDT).

Objectives:

1. List the function, role, and responsibilities of the central processing distribution technician.
2. List principles of effective communication.
3. Discuss the importance of following direction.
4. Participate in team-player concepts.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify career opportunities for Central Processing Distribution Technicians (CPDT).

Objectives:

1. Discuss career opportunities Certified Registered Central Service Technicians (CRCST).
2. Identify advantages of membership and certification through the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), formally IAHCSMM.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to discuss safety and legal aspects involved in the care of patients in the healthcare system.

Objectives:

1. Review basic policies and procedures of central service departments.
2. Discuss the importance of the control of contamination and the environment.
3. Identify elements of risk management.
4. Discuss the importance of following directions.
5. Discuss methods of handling infections wastes and potential hazardous sources.

Outcome 5: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to implement aseptic practices of the central service department.
 

Objectives:

1. Recognize the prevalence of microorganisms and how they affect practices in the Central Services Department.
2. Describe the purpose of the design and workflow of the central service department.
3. Explain aspetic technique and theories of the central service department.
4. Define and discuss terms related to microbiology and infection control. 

Outcome 6: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to review basic human anatomy.

Objectives:

1. Review the basics of human anatomy and physiology.

Outcome 7: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to evaluate care and cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment.

Objectives:

1. Discuss and evaluate methods of decontamination.
2. Describe manual methods used for cleaning surgical instrumentation and equipment.
3. Describe mechanical methods used for cleaning.
4. Describe concepts of disinfection.
5. Identify a procedure for cleaning, inspecting, and replacing surgical instruments.

Outcome 8: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to use proper surgical instruments for specific surgical specialties.

Objectives:

1. Identify manufacturing characteristics of surgical instruments.
2. Compare grades of surgical instruments.
3. Describe categories of surgical instruments.
4. Identify common and specialty instrumentation.
5. Identify structures and functions of common and specialty instrumentation

Outcome 9:  Upon completion of this course, students will be able to design a plan of action for preparing items for sterilization.

Objectives:

1. Discuss principles related to preparing items for sterilization.
2. Analyze requirements for sterilizing items.
3. Accurately perform instrument tray assembly.
4. Discuss the purpose of internal and external indicators.
5. Demonstrate wrapping techniques for sterilization.
6. Identify various packaging materials.
7. Discuss preparation and precautions for various methods of sterilization.
8. Design a plan of action to sterilize instruments.
9. List and discuss the process and methods of sterilization.
10. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various methods of sterilization.
11. Discuss aseptic technique and methods of sterilization.
12. Operate various sterilizers.

Outcome 10: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to analyze sterile storage, distribution and inventory control of supplies and equipment.

Objectives:

1. Discuss principles of sterile storage.
2. Discuss principles of distributing sterile supplies.
3. Demonstrate proper technique in rotating, storing, handling, and distribution of sterile supplies and inventory control.

Outcome 11: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to use computerized information technology systems.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the value of computerized information systems.
2. Identify computer tracking systems used in the sterile processing department.

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

Unit II. Human Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and physiology relates to the work performed in the sterile processing department
Anatomy, physiology, and function of the body systems

Unit III. Microbiology and Infection Control
Pathogenic microorganisms
Characteristics, classifications and descriptions of bacteria
Organisms causing the majority of hospital acquired infections
Hand washing in controlling infections
Modes of bacterial are transmission

Unit IV. Decontamination
Workflow in decontamination
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and impervious attire
Ultrasonic machines and washer decontaminator
Standard precautions
Disinfectants and antiseptics
Cleaning and processing specialized instruments and equipment

Unit V. Instrumentation
Categories names and uses of surgical instruments
Types of finishes and materials used to make instruments
Parts of an instrument
Instrument inspection and testing for malfunctions

Unit VI. Preparation and Packaging for Sterilization
Prepackaging inspection of instruments
Preparation and packaging of instruments for sterilization
Instrument tray count sheet
Principles of packaging and w rapping techniques
Integrity of sterile packaging
Types of packaging materials

Unit VII. Sterilization
Principles, concepts and methods of sterilization
Principles, concepts and methods of disinfection
Methods of sterilization
Handling of sterile supplies
Lot control and traceability
Care and maintenance of sterilizers

Unit VIII. Sterile Storage
Labeling, stock arrangement, rotation, and shelf life
Sources of contamination of sterile supplies
Discuss maintaining product sterility
Handling and inspection of sterile sup plies

Unit IX. Distribution
Monitoring and measuring inventory control and performance

Unit X. Information Technology
Impact of computers and information systems on the management and operation of Material Management and Central Service
Functions and capabilities of computers and information systems
Analyze the uses of computerized information systems compared to manual systems and how they impact productivity, efficiency and overall management of operations