#167 Sterilization Monitoring Failures - Tips for Successful Remediation

Sterilization monitoring, known as spore testing, is a key element in quality assurance for instrument sterilization.  Join the Divas for a lively discussion about protocols to follow if a spore test fails, comparison of in-office vs. mail testing, developing a mediation plan and much more.

Resources:

• CDC Best Practices for Sterilization Monitoring in Dental Settings https://bit.ly/3L6HzXh 
• CDC Breach response process document:  https://bit.ly/3znzLxT
• CDC Patient Notification Toolkit: https://bit.ly/3XLbU5i
•  HuFriedy Group Sterilization Solutions: https://bit.ly/3VQZ1nR
• Outbreaks and Infection Control Breaches in Health Care Settings:  Considerations for Patient Notification   https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32284161/

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