19. Managing Inventory
As a result of successfully finishing this chapter students will be able to:
o Explain the importance of inventory management in the healthcare facility
o Define the role of Central Service technicians as it relates to inventory management
o Explain basic inventory terms used in a healthcare facility
o Explain the cycle of consumable items
o Discuss the partnership between Central Service and Materials Management
o Discuss guidelines for handling commercially sterilized packages
o Describe common inventory replenishment systems:
o Periodic automatic replenishment-level system (PAR)
o Automated replenishment systems
o Exchange cart systems
o Requisition systems
o Case Cart System
o STAT orders
o Discuss the role of healthcare facilities in sustainability efforts and the reduction of waste
