CIS Lesson Plans
297-Container Packaging and Steam Sterilization
Learning Objectives:
1. Review basic packaging requirements
2. Identify how rigid containers react during the steam sterilization
process
3. Explore characteristics of rigid containers
296-Immediate Use Steam Sterilization: What SP Technicians Must Know
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the recommended practices for performing immediate use
steam sterilization
2. Define restrictions for immediate use steam sterilization
3. Discuss methods to reduce immediate use steam sterilization
295- Inspection and Testing of Non-Powered Handheld Surgical Instruments
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the types of stainless steel and finishes used in the
manufacturing of surgical instruments
2. Identify variables that can cause corrosion, pitting or other damage to
surgical instruments
3. Discuss key factors in the processing of surgical instruments
294- Processing and Care of Surgical Instruments
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the types of stainless steel and finishes used in the
manufacturing of surgical instruments
2. Identify variables that can cause corrosion, pitting or other damage to
surgical instruments
3. Discuss key factors in the processing of surgical instruments
293- Different Types, How They Are Used and How to Clean, Inspect, Test
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the types of procedures where Kerrison rongeurs are used
2. Identify the different types of Kerrison rongeurs
3. Explain how to clean, inspect and test Kerrison rongeurs
292- A Review of Packaging Systems
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the importance of barrier packaging and how to select the
appropriate packaging material
2. Review the basics of peel packaging
3. Discuss the use of flat-wrap material
4. Review the properties and use of rigid containers
291- The Employees Role in Disaster Preparedness
Learning Objectives:
1. List situations where employees may need to use their disaster support
skills
2. Discuss steps to enhance skills needed during a disaster
3. Examine types of personal planning that can help during a disaster
290- Back to Basics: Instrument Inspection for the Instrument Specialist
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the importance of accurate instrument inspection and
assembly
2. Review basic instrument inspection processes
3. Review instrument maintenance practices
289- Maintaining the Integrity of the Assembly Area
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the importance of a clean and controlled assembly area
2. Explain the technician’s role in maintaining the physical environment of
the clean assembly area
3. Outline the requirements for individuals entering the clean assembly
area
288- Why Surgical Instrument Grade Is Important
Learning Objectives:
1. Define surgical instrument grades
2. Understand how surgical instruments are made/manufactured
3. Determine how to optimize instrument selection for one’s facility