#80 Does Single-use Really Mean Single Use?

With increased supply costs, it may be tempting to reuse certain items that are indicated for single use only. However, there can be serious repercussions if single use items are reused, such as disease transmission from one patient to another. Check out this week's podcast for tips and strategies when using single use items in your practice.

Resources:

• CDC Division of Oral Health - Single Use Devices https://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/infectioncontrol/faqs/single-use-devices.html 
• FDA FAQs about the Reprocessing and Reuse of Single-Use Devices  https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/frequently-asked-questions-about-reprocessing-and-reuse-single-use-devices-third-party-and-hospital-0
• RDH Magazine - Single-Use (Disposable) Devices  https://www.rdhmag.com/infection-control/disinfection/article/16405788/singleuse-disposable-devices

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