Fire Prevention and Safety During Surgical Procedures
An in-depth discussion of the components of the fire triangle, strategies to prepare for and manage fires in the practice setting and specific interventions for surgical team members.
(1.5 Contact Hours)
Objectives
- Identify the components of the fire triangle.
- Define ignition sources for fires in the operating room.
- List fuel sources for fires.
- Describe how oxidizers feed the fire triangle.
- Explain strategies for preventing and managing surgical fires.
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