Cynthia A. Ray, CBET I read with interest that 24×7 was “Calling All Women and Their Supporters” in the August 2009 issue. I started thinking and remembering what the field was like in 1984 when I joined the Air Force and graduated from basic training, and then received my orders to go to Shepard AFB […]
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Founded in 2000 as a spin-off of a University of Helskinki research project on measuring radio wave signal strength to calculate location, Wi-Fi real-time location systems (RTLS) pioneer Ekahau, Reston, Va, has developed a unique methodology to accurately determine a roaming asset’s location to within a few meters. The company’s software-based RTLS leverages hospitals’ existing […]
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Examining the effects of mechanical shock forces on medical devices through shock and vibration engineering analysis Deniz Bardakci, MS, CE During World War II (WWII), US and British Navy forces received numerous reports that the structural and mechanical integrity of ships not directly impacted by artillery fire had been compromised. Researchers determined that […]
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Medical products rating system and tailored service options
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This article will review how to attain continuous compliance with The Joint Commission standard EC.02.04.03. The standard EC.02.04.03 addresses the requirements for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of medical equipment. It has five elements of performance (EP). All these EPs require keeping and maintaining documentation of maintenance records. Creating, obtaining, and keeping accurate, well-organized maintenance […]
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