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State and federal inspection reports of New Jersey's ASCs are now available online, giving patients an opportunity to make more informed choices abo...

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Archive > November, 2006 Vol. VII, No. 11

Thinking of Buying...OR Lights

Quality illumination depends on stability and usability.

Edited by Lynne Ingle, RN, MHA, CNOR

I don't think it's possible to overstate the importance of surgical lighting or the importance of choosing the right lights for your OR. Whether you're outfitting a new OR or renovating an existing one, your selection of surgical lighting should consider the following factors.

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