If you’re a new operating theatre nurse – or you’re thinking of starting a new role – in this post we’ll discuss some ways you can make the most of your learning and become a valued and integral member of the theatre team. What Does an Operating Theatre Nurse Do? Operating theatre nurses – sometimes […]
What’s the difference in meaning between immunocompromised and immunosuppressed? Both terms refer to deficiencies in the normal function of the immune system. So whether a person’s immunocompromised or immunosuppressed, their body’s will be less effective at fighting off infections. But what’s the difference between these two terms? What’s The Difference Between Immunocompromised and Immunosuppressed? Both […]
Air quality consultants will use different air monitoring equipment depending on the type of monitoring they’re doing, and the type of pollutants they’re testing for. In this post we’ll discuss some of the common instruments and equipment air quality consultants use, and explore the settings in which they might use them. Types of Air Quality […]
NO2 is nitrous dioxide. It’s a chemical compound that’s mainly formed in the combustion of fossil fuels, and during certain industrial processes. In this post we’ll discuss the health impact of NO2, and explore some ways you can improve the air quality in your hospital or healthcare setting. What Are The Health Risks of NO2 […]
When we talk about bioburden, we’re talking about the number of bacterial or fungal cells that live on an unsterilised surface. We measure this in terms of colony-forming units (CFU), and a CFU is an estimate of the number of viable organisms found on a sample. Read our full guide to what bioburden is, and […]
VOC stands for volatile organic compounds. This is a group of thousands of chemicals, many of which are colourless and odourless. Depending on the setting, at any one time there could be hundreds of individual VOCs in the air. Though some will be innocuous, many carry certain health risks. Sources of VOCs Some VOCs are […]
If you manage or work in a GP surgery, continuity of care can make a huge difference to your patients’ experience and their overall wellbeing. In this post, we’ll explain what continuity of care is in a GP setting, before exploring some of the policies and procedures that will help you deliver a higher quality […]
The Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland (ASGBI) Congress 2023 takes place 17 – 19 May 2023 at Harrogate International Centre. Cairn Technology will be exhibiting at the event on Stand No. 31. To come along to the day, you can register to attend. The Changing Face of Surgery – See It, Be […]
Hospitals and healthcare settings can be hazardous environments to work in. Nurses face multiple occupational health hazards every day – some obvious, others not so obvious. In this post we’ll list some common occupational health hazards for nurses, and how to prevent them. Slip, Trip and Fall Hazards in Hospitals Slips, trips and falls are […]
A good doctor’s surgery waiting room should be warm and welcoming. But it’s a lot more important that it’s safe and functional. If you run a GP surgery and you want to improve your waiting room, first you need to understand some of the key problems you need to overcome. Key Challenges for GP Waiting […]