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36 COVER STORY
Going Green for the Greater Good
Surgical tech Veronica Marella's idea to
turn blue wrap into sleep mats for the
homeless inspired a nationwide movement.
Joe Paone | Senior Associate Editor
45 What's New in Post-op Pain Management
As opioid prescriptions continue to decline, attention
shifts to alternative methods and formulations.
Joe Paone | Senior Associate Editor
53 Don't Sweat Accreditation Surveys
Planning and practice will have you prepared
instead of panicked when surveyors come calling.
Jared Bilski | Managing Editor
61 Making the Case for Rigid Containers
Better instrument protection and environmental
benefits are just a few of the reasons facilities
are deciding to do away with blue wrap.
Jared Bilski | Managing Editor
69 Help Patients Pay for Surgery
Understanding how healthcare credit cards work
will help you select the one that's best for your
facility — and those who come to you for care.
Monica Ziegler, MSN
75 Healthier Eating Is Within Reach
Patients who optimize their pre-op nutrition
are rewarded with better outcomes.
Daniel Cook | Editor-in-Chief
81 High-tech Options
In Endoscope Reprocessing
Automated leak testers, enhanced drying
technology and smart storage solutions enhance
the care of these intricate instruments.
Linda Beaver, RN, MSN, MHA
89 Standardize Your
Patient Warming Protocols
Preventing inadvertent perioperative hypothermia
demands placing a premium on active prewarming.
Anita Volpe, DNP, APRN
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