Patricia C. Seifert

TL;DR: ElBardissi et al. as discussed by the authors showed that coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) operations can significantly reduce the mortality and morbidity for patients undergoing CABG surgery.

TL;DR: It is demonstrated that nurses play an important role in ensuring patient safety and reinforces the necessity of vigilance in the OR, especially in regard to aseptic technique and surgical prepping.

TL;DR: Personnel, managers, and administrators should be prepared also for the possibility of participating in postcrisis evaluations by the fire marshal, The Joint Commission, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and possibly other fire safety-related organizations.

TL;DR: AORN's "Recommended practices for transfer of patient care information" serves as a guide for establishing achievable practices that promote a safe level of care during perioperative patient transfers.