The Basics of Sterile Processing Textbook 8th edition

The gold-standard resource in Sterile Processing has been completely revised. The Basics of Sterile Processing Textbook, 8th Edition, is packed with essential updates to reflect the latest best practices, guidelines and regulations. This edition is designed to keep you ahead in your career. Whether you’re a technician, educator, trainer or manager, this trusted textbook is your key to staying compliant and informed.

Updated information:

  • Updated sterilization content with expanded information
  • Revisions to Chapter 2 Anatomy and Physiology and Chapter 3, Microbiology, with a focus on how these topics apply in sterile processing settings.
  • Major additions to Chapter 9, Surgical Instruments and Specialty Devices, including many new high-quality photos.
  • Coverage of explanted orthopedic hardware and medical device handling
  • ANSI AAMI ST79 Steam Sterilization, published in 2017 with 2020 amendments
  • ANSI AAMI ST58 Chemical Sterilization and High-Level Disinfection, published in 2024
  • AAMI TIR99 Processing of TEE transducers and ultrasound probes published in 2024
  • ANSI AAMI ST108 Water Quality for reprocessing, published in 2023
  • Details on NIOSH noise abatement recommendations
  • Over 35 new full-color images to enhance understanding
  • Inventory control and sterile storage content streamlined into Chapter 11 Sterile Storage and Distribution
  • Total of 96 added pages

$155.00

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The Basics of Sterile Processing Textbook 8th ed.
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