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December Virtual Journal Club

Calling all perioperative professionals! Join us for an enriching journey of knowledge and discussion at our AORN of San Diego County Journal Club. Our club is a dynamic platform where we delve into topics directly relevant to perioperative nursing, and the best part? You'll earn 1 CE for this session. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your expertise, exchange ideas, and connect with like-minded professionals.

Read. Sip. Discuss. Engage.
Come join us in some lively discussion on the guideline for surgical attire.

Articles:
Croke, E. (2024). Guideline for Surgical Attire. AORN Journal, 120(1), 58–59. https://doi.org/10.1002/aorn.14088

Link, M. (2020). Guidelines in Practice: Surgical Attire. AORN Journal, 111(1), 56–57. https://doi.org/10.1002/aorn.12991

Speth, D. (2024). Guidelines in Practice: Surgical Attire. AORN Journal, 120(1), 56–57. https://doi.org/10.1002/aorn.14205

Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will describe the role of surgical attire in reducing surgical site infections and maintaining a sterile environment in the operating room.
2. Participants will identify and explain the key components of surgical attire, including scrubs, head coverings, footwear, and personal items, and their importance in infection prevention.
3. Participants will summarize recent updates to the AORN Guideline for Surgical Attire (2020–2025) and the evidence supporting these recommendations.
4. Participants will develop strategies to apply the AORN surgical attire guidelines effectively in clinical practice to enhance patient safety and ensure compliance.

Facilitated by: Monique Mastropasqua, MBA, BSN, RN, CNOR

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81550183105?pwd=cGRGdEZNa0o3SVZIRi83enp3QWIvdz09
Meeting ID: 815 5018 3105
Passcode: 006799

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing
AORN of San Diego County, Provider #17270 for 1 Contact Hour.

Earlier Event: December 1
December Board Meeting
Later Event: January 11
Ladle Fellowship Volunteer Opportunity