INF009 Equipment Sterilization and Phlebotomy Issues

This course contains two articles: one that addresses equipment sterilization procedures and the other that discusses trends and issues in phlebotomy practice. To successfully complete this course, you must attain a minimum score of 80% on the final exam and complete the course training survey.

Learning objectives:

1. List different sterilization methods; 
2. Explain classes of chemical indicators; 
3. Describe the differences between aseptic sterilization and terminal sterilization; 
4. List the procedures and training health care facilities need to do to improve to prevent accidental needlestick injuries.