"The Making of the Modern OR," by Kathy Dix, page 16
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"CDC's Endorsement of Alcohol Hand Rubs Launches New Era in HandHygiene," by Kathy Dix, page 24
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"In Hindsight: Reviewing Healthcare's Hurdles of 2002," by Kelli M.Donley, page 30
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"Ensure That Primary Prevention is Part of Your Needlestick SafetyProgram," by Marilyn Hanchett, RN, page 32
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"Lobbying for Labels: Congressional Committee Discusses Legislation onSUD Reprocessing," by Kathy Dix, page 34
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"Implementing a Reprocessing Program: Success Hinges on Planning,"by Deborah Haley, RN, CNOR, MBA, page 38
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