CIS Lesson Plans
302- Urology Instruments: Identification and Proper Care and Handling
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Identify instruments commonly used in urological procedures
2. Learn key differences between certain urology devices
3. Understand unique care and handling requirements of urology
instruments
301 - Water Quality and Its Critical Importance in Sterile Processing
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Explain the different types of water and the requirements of each
2. Discuss the roles of healthcare personnel pertaining to water quality management
3. Examine water quality monitoring requirements for Sterile Processing
300 - Laparoscopic Surgery and the Care and Handling of Laparoscopic Devices
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Review laparoscopic surgery and the types of laparoscopic devices
available for use
2. Discuss the differences between monopolar and bipolar electrosurgery
and devices
3. Review the care and handling recommendations for laparoscopic
devices
299- Core Elements of Sterile Processing Training Programs
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss educational requirements for a Sterile Processing department
and its technicians, including new hires and more experienced
instrumentation specialists
2. Review the steps needed to introduce new medical devices or processes
into the department
3. Discuss the continuing education obligations of a Sterile Processing
technician and review documentation requirements for education
provided
298- Sterile Storage and Maintaining Sterile Package Integrity
Learning Objectives:
1. Review the correct conditions for a sterile storage environment
2. Describe the Sterile Processing technician’s role in maintaining the
integrity of sterile packages
3. Explain methods to maintain the cleanliness of the sterile storage area
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