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Ofstead Continuing Education "Webinar" Flyer
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Ofstead "Webinars" Flyer
8.5" x 11" Flyer: "Webinars: Do you want to learn more about patient and worker safety?" updated 7-17-2023 (PDF)
Ofstead "YouTube Videos" Flyer
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Ofstead "YouTube Videos" Flyer
8.5" x 11" Flyer: "YouTube Video Resources: Real-world scientific evidence in bite-sized videos" updated 7-17-2023 (PDF)
Link: Fluid retention in endoscopes: A real-world study on drying effectiveness
Link: Beyond endoscopes: Pilot study of surgical instrument lumen inspection
Link: A water-soluble alternative to simethicone for gastrointestinal endoscopy: Results of a clinical trial
Link: Improving mastery and retention of knowledge and complex skills among sterile processing professionals: A pilot study on borescope training and competency testing
Link: Splash generation and droplet dispersal in a well-designed, centralized HLD unit
Link: The utility of lighted magnification and borescopes for visual inspection of flexible endoscopes
Link: Reprocessing effectiveness for flexible ureteroscopes: A critical look at the evidence
Link: Droplet dispersal in decontamination areas of instrument reprocessing suites
Link: Borescope inspection of endoscope working channels: Why and how?
Link: Potential impact of contaminated bronchoscopes on novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) patients <
Link: Duodenoscope-associated infection prevention: A call for evidence-based decision making
Link: A systematic review of disposable sheath use during flexible
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Ofstead PPE Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: Personal protective equipment (PPE) for endoscope reprocessing personnel (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead PPE Instructional Handout4-page Handout: Personal protective equipment (PPE) for endoscope reprocessing personnel (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Educational framework
8.5" x 11" Poster: Three key steps to train for mastery and retention of complex skills (PDF)
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Citation crosswalk
8.5" x 11" Poster: Scientific evidence base for components of the educational framework (PDF)
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LLD wipe handout
8.5" x 11" Poster: Example for a visual aid handout that could be used during training and routine processing (PDF)
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QR code handout
8.5" x 11" Poster: Visual guide for linking users to helpful resources (PDF)
Set of seven (7) Ofstead Workplace Influenza Vaccination Materials
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Ofstead "Don't Get Stuck at Home with the Flu" Poster17" x 11" Poster: "Don't Get Stuck at Home with the Flu" Poster for Workplace Influenza Vaccination (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Vira-chopper" Poster17" x 11" Poster: "Vira-chopper: The Flu Shot Can't Give You the Flu" Poster for Workplace Influenza Vaccination (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Don't Spend Gameday with the Flu Bug" Poster11" x 17" Poster: "Don't Spend Gameday with the Flu Bug" Poster for Workplace Influenza Vaccination (PDF)You must log in to access content.
Link: A Glimpse at the True Cost of Reprocessing Endoscopes: Results of a Pilot Project
Read about findings from an Ofstead pilot project on the material and labor costs of performing endoscope reprocessing according to guidelines.
Link: A Guide to duodenoscope trouble areas. An interactive resource.
Explore the evidence behind reprocessing failures and outbreaks linked to ERCP scopes using a dynamic, interactive tool.
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HSPA 2020: Ofstead Endoscope Reprocessing Time Worksheet8.5" x 11" HSPA 2020 Handout: Endoscope Reprocessing Time Worksheet, covering reprocessing stages and other reprocessing tasks (MS Word: DOCX)You must log in to access content.
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HSPA 2023: Ofstead/Brewer SBAR template for visual inspection
8.5" x 11" HSPA 2023 Handout: SBAR: Visual inspection of flexible endoscopes template, providing a customizable SBAR layout and content for communicating resource needs (MS Word: DOCX)
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HSPA 2020: Ofstead Endoscope Reprocessing References11" x 8.5" HSPA 2020 Handout: Ofstead’s real‐world evidence supporting quality management in endoscope reprocessing (PDF)You must log in to access content.
Set of six (6) Ofstead COVID-19 "Emotive" Posters
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Ofstead "Be a Role Model" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Be a Role Model" with seven safety steps (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Be a Superhero" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Be a Superhero" with seven safety steps (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Depending on You" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Depending on You" with seven safety steps (PDF)You must log in to access content.
Set of seven (7) Ofstead COVID-19 "7-Steps" Posters
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Ofstead "Social Distance" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Social Distance: 6 feet minimum between people when possible" with helpful information regarding this safety step (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Avoid Touching Your Face" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Avoid Touching Your Face, especially your eyes, nose, and mouth" with helpful information regarding this safety step (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Cover Your Cough or Sneeze" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Cover Your Cough or Sneeze with a tissue, then throw in trash; or use the inside of your elbow" with helpful information regarding this safety step (PDF)You must log in to access content.
Set of eight (8) Ofstead COVID-19 "Statements" Posters
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Ofstead "Care to Save a Life Today?" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Care to Save a Life Today?" with seven safety steps (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Think" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Think" with seven safety steps (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Why Should I?" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Why Should I?" Messaging: Because I'm intelligent enough to care for myself and compassionate enough to care about others. (PDF)You must log in to access content.
Set of four (4) Ofstead COVID-19 "Definitions" Posters
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Ofstead "Compassion" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Compassion" Messaging: Be considerate. Social distancing saves lives. The life you save may be your own. (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Science" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Science" Messaging: Know the science. Social distancing saves lives. The life you save may be your own. (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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Ofstead "Wisdom" Poster8.5" x 11" Poster: "Wisdom" Messaging: Be prudent. Social distancing saves lives. The life you save may be your own. (PDF)You must log in to access content.
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