The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management's Orthopedic Council has released a position paper and sample policy and procedure template regarding loaner instrumentation.
The position paper on the management of loaner instrumentation calls for a well-developed loan program and written policy that maintains patient safety. IAHCSMM recommends developing a program and policy with input from key stakeholders, such as administrators, infection prevention leaders, risk management and materials management leaders and surgeons.
The position paper also suggests possible provisions for loaner programs and a sample loan instrumentation checklist. To view IAHCSMM's position paper in full, click here.
To view IAHCSMM's sample policy and procedure for loaner instrumentation, click here.
The position paper on the management of loaner instrumentation calls for a well-developed loan program and written policy that maintains patient safety. IAHCSMM recommends developing a program and policy with input from key stakeholders, such as administrators, infection prevention leaders, risk management and materials management leaders and surgeons.
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The position paper also suggests possible provisions for loaner programs and a sample loan instrumentation checklist. To view IAHCSMM's position paper in full, click here.
To view IAHCSMM's sample policy and procedure for loaner instrumentation, click here.
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