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Part 2: The Steps to Properly Reprocess an Ultrasound Probe

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to the healthcare industry, particularly in medical device reprocessing.

An essential tool healthcare professionals use to guide the reprocessing of reusable medical devices is the Spaulding Classification system.

The transportation of clean and soiled ultrasound probes within a medical facility is an often overlooked but crucial aspect of patient safety and infection control.

The healthcare industry is facing a significant staffing crisis that has reached alarming proportions. The 2024 NSI National Health Care Retention & RN Staffing Report states, "Reflecting on the past 5 years, the average hospital turned over 106.6% of its workforce."