Care and Handling of Powered Surgical Instruments
Credits : 0.3
About the Course:
The Care and Handling of Powered Surgical Instruments microcredential equips learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely inspect, handle, clean, lubricate, assemble, test, and prepare powered surgical instruments for sterilization and clinical use. Through immersive VR simulations, learners will practice proper handling techniques that protect delicate equipment, ensure optimal instrument performance, and reduce the risk of equipment damage and surgical complications.
The course emphasizes proper disassembly and assembly procedures, manufacturer guidelines, inspection methods, cleaning techniques, functional testing, lubrication, sterilization preparation, battery management, and safe storage practices to maintain instrument reliability and support patient safety.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the importance of proper care and handling of powered surgical instruments in maintaining equipment performance and patient safety.
- Identify the components, functions, and operating principles of commonly used powered surgical instruments.
- Differentiate between cleaning, lubrication, inspection, testing, assembly, sterilization preparation, and storage requirements for powered instruments.
- Perform step-by-step procedures for disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, assembling, and function-testing powered surgical instruments using VR-based scenarios.
- Apply manufacturer instructions for use (IFU) and industry standards when processing powered surgical equipment.
- Follow infection prevention protocols and safety guidelines while handling powered surgical instruments.
- Recognize signs of wear, damage, malfunction, battery issues, and component failure that require repair or replacement.
Course delivered through our LMS and accessible in both VR and web. Learn on the web anytime, or enjoy immersive VR training with your own Oculus VR headset.
Workforce Development
At ImmerseLearn, we prepare Central Sterile Technicians to safely process and maintain powered surgical instruments using industry best practices and manufacturer guidelines. This microcredential strengthens learners' ability to extend instrument life, maintain equipment functionality, reduce processing errors, and support safe, efficient surgical procedures.
By completing this microcredential, learners will gain the skills and confidence to safely inspect, clean, assemble, test, and prepare powered surgical instruments while maintaining compliance with industry standards, protecting equipment integrity, and supporting safe surgical care.