Choose two of the four topics as listed below: Decontamination Principles, Sterilization Methods, Preparation of Medical Equipment and Supplies, and
Inventory Control and Distribution Systems. Once the two case studies are
chosen, answer the questions using your own words and address the conflict or
issue with a solution specific to the topics chosen. Like the other assignments
in the program, this assignment is open book. Not only is it open book in
terms of study materials, you’re encouraged to use the Internet and any other
research tool available to develop each response. You can utilize your text or
other credible sources to build a thorough paper that contains at least six main
ideas with supporting details regarding the topic chosen and a minimum of
three credible references. The paper must be written in APA or MLA format with
an introduction, body, and conclusion. Please refer to rubric regarding specific
grading criteria.

1. Decontamination Principles: Dr. Frankie is a prestigious neurosurgeon
at Glory Medical Center. During the last week, the surgical technician
in the operating room has noticed that dirty instruments have made it
into the OR. The technician finally decides to consult with the supervisor
because the incident has now occurred three days in a row. What issue
has occurred, and what may be the cause of this/these errors? What
might the sterile processing department have to do to resolve this issue?
Explain the decontamination process. What extra efforts can be made

Inventory Control and Distribution: The sterile processing department
at Hershey-Chocolate Medical Center has an excessive amount of
inventory. Discuss what issues or concerns may occur due to this
excessive inventory. What inventory system may work well for their
department? Discuss at least four types of inventory systems and how
each could initiate a more controlled environment of inventory for the
facility. How can distribution be affected by excessive inventory?