Equipment decontamination

Equipment decontamination is a critical process in healthcare settings to prevent the spread of infections and ensure patient safety. Coursera's Equipment Decontamination catalogue teaches you the essential techniques and best practices for effectively cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing medical equipment and surfaces. You'll learn to differentiate between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization methods, apply appropriate infection control practices in various healthcare environments, and handle sterile instruments properly to maintain their uncontaminated state. Mastering equipment decontamination skills is crucial for healthcare professionals, as it directly contributes to reducing healthcare-associated infections and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.