Welcome to Module 6

Welcome to Module 6. This module Professional Standards, Governing Bodies, Safety Considerations includes one PowerPoint Presentations with videos embedded.

Module Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

Explain concepts of ethics and professional ethics
Differentiate hazards of Anesthesia
List the function of the anesthesia care team
Describe the scope of practice for the different types of anesthesia care providers
Review and explain the importance of accreditation and certification to effort to enhance the anesthesia technologist profession
Identify various physical, chemical, biological and fire hazards present in the operating room.
List measures to prevent accidents and injuries in the operating room
Describe safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with hazardous chemicals to prevent exposure and contamination.
State strategies to prevent for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
Explain fire hazards in the anesthesia workroom, operating room, and healthcare facility, including flammable materials, electrical equipment, and oxygen-enriched atmospheres.
List additional hazards that may be present in the healthcare environment, such as radiation exposure, electrical hazards, environmental hazards (e.g., noise, temperature extremes), and psychological stressors.

(CLO = Course Learning Outcome)

To Do

Please read/watch all of the module learning materials (readings, presentations, videos, etc.) and complete all assignments/assessments listed below. If you have questions, please contact the course instructor or ask in the Questions About This Course forum.

Readings and Presentations:

Read Ch 1, Ch 2, Ch 23, Ch Ch 47, 50, Ch 51, Ch 52, Ch 53, Ch 54, Ch 55, Ch 61
PPT Presentation: Module 6 Professional Standards, Governing Bodies, Safety Considerations.pdf

Videos:

Video embedded in PowerPoint

Assignments/Assessments:

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