Fire in the OR—Developing a fire safety plan - Home Study Program

AORN Journal,  March, 2004  by Patricia M. McCarthy,  Kenneth A. Gaucher

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The article "Fire in the OR--Developing a fire safety plan" is the basis for this AORN Journal independent study. The behavioral objectives and examination for this program were prepared by Rebecca Holm, RN, MSN, CNOR, clinical editor, with consultation from Susan Bakewell, RN, MS, BC, education program professional, Center for Perioperative Education. Participants receive feedback on incorrect answers. Each applicant who successfully completes this study will receive a certificate of completion. The deadline for submitting this study is March 31, 2007.

Complete the examination answer sheet and learner evaluation found on pages 603-604 and mail with appropriate fee to

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You also may access this Home Study via AORN Online at http://www.aorn.org/journal/homestudy/default.htm.

BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES

After reading and studying the article on developing a fire safety plan for the OR, the nurse will be able to

1. identify the chain of command necessary for a successful fire safety plan,

2. describe how the responsibilities of all perioperative roles are modified to incorporate fire safety elements,

3. discuss how perioperative team members are educated about the fire safety plan via an inservice program, and

4. explain the value of implementing mock fire drills that include debriefing sessions.

Patricia M. McCarthy, RN, ANP, MS, CNOR, C, is a nurse practitioner at Faulkner Breast Center and an RN first assistant at Faulkner Hospital, Boston.

Kenneth A. Gaucher, RN, BSN, CNOR, is a clinical educator/clinical systems coordinator for the OR at Faulkner Hospital, Boston.

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