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Nurses are the backbone of patient care and safety. This Nurses Week, we recognize their dedication, vigilance, and expertise in every aspect
of the healthcare journey, including the vital yet often unseen role nurses play in infection prevention.
Nurses often serve as the first line of defense against healthcare-associated infections. From ensuring proper hand hygiene and PPE use, to
identifying early signs of infection, nurses are essential in protecting patients every day. They also play a key part in the processing of medical devices, including endoscopes, helping to uphold strict sterilization standards and prevent biofilm-related
risks. Their leadership in patient education, policy development, and quality improvement makes them central to any infection control effort.
Processing endoscopes is a high-stakes task. Even with meticulous care, residual biofilm can pose hidden risks to patients. As champions of
safety, nurses, along with all staff involved in patient care, must stay informed and equipped to identify and address these challenges.
Join Our Upcoming Webinar – May 8th at 2PM ET
“The Hidden Risk of Build-Up Biofilm in Reprocessed Endoscopes”
Join Jon Burdach, PhD, the Chief Medical Affairs and Scientific Officer at Nanosonics Ltd., as he discusses the challenges in investigating
endoscope-related outbreaks and the importance outbreak prevention. Visit the Feature Section below to register for this webinar at Healthmark Academy!
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