The "Universal Protocol: A Mandatory MedStar Practice--Every Procedure, Every Patient, Every Time" module provides a step-by-step overview for learners on the mandatory practice of using Universal Protocol for all procedures on every patient every time. This no-exception practice is standard of care at MedStar, and this module outlines the steps required by the Universal Protocol which are done to avoid wrong site, wrong procedure, wrong person surgery. While each entity may have a slightly different approach, all components of the best practice must be included.

• Faculty: David Mayer
• ID: Pr-012498

The "Surgical Safety Time Out: A Best Practice Example" module is introduced by Executive VP, Medical Affairs & Chief Medical Officer at MedStar Health, Stephen R. T. Evans, MD. Dr. Evans provides a step-by-step outline of all components of the Time Out that must be performed prior to every procedure performed in a MedStar entity. The module concludes with a Time Out Best Practice example based on the World Health Organization's Surgical Safety Checklist, and performed by Dr. Atul Gawande's surgical team.

• Faculty: David Mayer
• ID: Pr-012417

This is an overview of central line bloodstream infections (CLABSI) and how using a bundled approach can achieve zero CLABSI. It also outlines the MedStar Health’s Central Venous Catheter-Associated Infection Prevention Standards, the care of the patient receiving a central line, insertion, maintenance, and removal of a central line. This education is required by the Joint Commission and MedStar for all providers who manage central lines.

• Faculty: Julia Gardner
• ID: Pr-022459

This presentation discusses the etiology and treatment of Malignant Hypothermia, (MH). This presentation also discusses the mixing of the antidote for malignant hyperthermia.

• Faculty: Richard Shapiro
• ID: Pr-033322

This module reviews fires in the OR and how to prevent them from occurring

• Faculty: Richard Shapiro
• ID: Pr-033324

This 20-minute video reviews and demonstrates the importance of frequent hand hygiene, proper glove use, and meticulous vascular access device management in the AWE.

• Faculty: Richard Shapiro
• ID: Pr-033319

This module offers 0.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education credits for nurses. To claim the credits, the course must be completed prior to June 30, 2025. Once your evaluation is complete, under Main Menu in SiTEL click on the CloudCME link and click on My CE/ Transcript to find the credits the next business day. About this Module: The safety of every blood transfusion relies on positive patient identification, accurate documentation, and strict adherence to procedure at each of these steps in the process: Ordering the transfusion Collecting and labeling the pretransfusion sample Testing the pretransfusion sample Obtaining blood from the Transfusion Service Transporting blood to the patient care site Checking blood at the bedside Monitoring the patient during transfusion Completing the transfusion Responding to transfusion reaction signs & symptoms that develop during or shortly after transfusion

• Faculty: Justina Pangallo
• ID: Pr-038015