J U N E 2 0 1 8 • O U T PA T I E N T S U R G E R Y. N E T • 5
On the Cover
In our constant quest for infec-
tion-free care, we spoke to sev-
eral experts who are ready to
battle back against the bacteria
that lurks in your facility, waiting
to harm patients and staff. In
this month's cover story, they
reveal the difference-makers
that are poised to help you
ensure instruments are properly
sterilized.
Cover design by Ethan Anderson
Photo by Pamela Bevelhymer,
RN, BSN, CNOR
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104 Who's Handling Your
Patient Satisfaction Surveys?
The postponement of the OAS CAHPS
program shouldn't delay your search
for a CMS-approved vendor.
Daniel Cook | Executive Editor
112 Is It Time to Replace Your C-arm?
The newest machines represent
a phenomenal improvement.
Richard Broderick, MD, FACS, FAANS
118 Patient Education Is
Key to Reducing Opioids
When patients are involved in their
recovery, they need less pain medication.
JoEllen McBride, PhD
6 Ideas That Work
• Track OR humidity levels
• Kids love a mask bubble blower
• Call for backup to protect patients
18 Anesthesia Alert
Surviving the Anesthesia Drug Shortages
James D. Grant, MD, MBA, FASA
22 Staffing
How Do You Deal With Aging Surgeons?
Ann Weinacker, MD
26 Legal Update
Surgical Hospitals Stripped of Hospital Status
Lorin Patterson and Robert M. Holland
128 Thinking of Buying …
Pre-sterilized Implants and Procedural Kits
Surgery-ready implants and
disposable instrument sets in a box.
Deborah Mack, BSN, CNOR, CASC
137 Product News
140 Behind Closed Doors
Do You Recognize These Disney Villains?
Paula Watkins, RN, CNOR
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