Reusable vs. Disposable Items and Waste Handling
Two of the most consequential decisions in the department happen before any cleaning starts: is this item meant to be used again, and if it is not, where does it belong? Get either one wrong and you can send a device back into a patient that was never validated for reuse — or throw away […]
Regulations, Standards, Guidelines, and IFUs
When a coworker says “that’s the rule,” a good technician quietly asks a follow-up: which kind of rule? A federal regulation, an adopted standard, a professional guideline, and a manufacturer’s instruction all shape the work, but they carry different weight and answer different questions. Continue your preparation Practice this skill in CRCST Certification for Beginners […]
