Healthcare Regulations and Standards Introduction

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What is the role of the Saudi Food and Drug Administration (SFDA)?

Regulating the safety of food and drugs for human and animal

Which classification of medical devices is subjected to the highest regulations and may require Premarketing Approval (PMA) from the FDA?

High Risk Devices

What is the aim of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)?

Promoting wellbeing and preventing injuries, diseases, and disabilities

Which agency is responsible for reducing greenhouse gases and toxic emissions?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

What is the main objective of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

Protecting workers from occupation-associated injuries and illnesses

What is the impact of not following healthcare regulations and standards in the CSSD?

Legal consequences and poor patient outcomes

Which agency is responsible for medical device recalls?

Saudi Food and Drug Administration (SFDA)

Which organization develops regulations and standards affecting Central Service?

Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)

What is the role of the International Standards Organization (ISO) in healthcare regulations and standards?

Developing standards for medical devices and processes

What is the main purpose of regulatory standards in healthcare organizations?

To maintain the minimum level of safety and quality assurance

Which organization aims to enhance patient care related to surgery?

Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN)

Which organization is responsible for developing Technical Information Reports (TIR) related to safe and effective reusable medical devices?

Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI)

Which organization is a non-profit organization that develops guidelines for the safe and effective practice of gastroenterology and endoscopy nursing services?

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA)

Which organization provides guidelines related to infection prevention and control to prevent Hospital Acquired Infection (HAI) in healthcare organizations?

Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)

Which organization is responsible for developing voluntary consensus standards and conformity assessment systems to enhance the global competitiveness of U.S. business?

American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

Explore the impact of regulations, national and international guidelines, and voluntary standards on healthcare professionals, CSSD services, and workers. Learn about the potential consequences of non-compliance with these regulations and standards.

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