This is the best teacher I have seen... I was struggling to understand the concept of my studies until I started listening to his take on it...I really appreciate him and all he do for people like me for free.... I took my test and I passed with ease...thanks again.
I Passed!!! as of today I am an NCCA BOARD CERTIFIED CBSPD Technician!!!! I am confident that Steve's Videos were instrumental in my passing, He covered so much of what I was tested on. Watch these videos over and over like I did for weeks on end and you will do fantastic!! the low temp video and prep and pack and the Steam sterilization videos were particularly helpful however watch ALL of the available videos and be assured you will do great! Thanks so much Steve you rock!!
Hello Guy Jones! I know I am 2 years late.Congratulations on passing your exam! What helped you pass the CBSPD exam? Were the practice exam in the back of the workbook helpful? Also, did you use the practice exam study guide as well. BCI is brilliant but I thought he only prepared for IACHSMM.
@@Dat_ill_Nana congratulations 👏🎉🎉👏 I'm very happy for you. Thank you for your kind feedback and sharing your success with us. Wishing you more success and Blessings
Steve videos are amazing i listened to all his videos about sterilization and i passed my exam this week im so happy! He covered everything i needed to know..
I passed and I give thanks to you!! I work for a tissue bank and they require you to be certified, So it was a challenge for me because I haven’t worked in a hospital for a couple of years and forgot majority of everything! So I had to relearn everything. I did fail the exam my 1st try but I didn’t give up and remained focused by watching your videos and eating dinner until it was embedded in my head 😂😂… THANK YOU
If every teacher teaches like you .everyone will be genes. You make big difference in my life .I wish you are my phisics teacher. You are funn .thanks for sharing
You are an excellent teacher, sir! Your pronuntiation is very clear, which makes the lesson much easier for foreigners like me to understand you. And your Pepe le Pew French is as good as it can be. Thank you much for all the lessons. All the way from Brazil.
Wow, the best teacher I have ever seen… Around this time I am learning SP, and we are on this chapter about Low Temperature Sterilization! Thank you SO MUCH
This instructors wonderful, he knows how to teach he's very patient answers all your questions he wants you to succeed. Most of the college professors instructors I had I had with very condescending and they didn't care I didn't care if you were there or not!!!
I am a Certified Surgical Technician aspiring to take a leadership position in the Central Processing Department I just wanted to say thank you as I passed my CRCST examination today. Your videos are a wealth of knowledge and when you said it will be on the test it certainly was on the test. Thanks again.
thanks so much for these videos. I just passed the exam. and literally everything you went over was on it. I couldn't have done it without you. thanks again.
Thank you for all your videos. As I prepare to take the CBSPD exam I found your videos to be easier to learn from than any other resource. much appreciation for all you do.
I want to thank you for helping me understand C/S I just took my exam and Passed 2hours ago thank you so much for your help and will tell others that you are an awesome teacher and explain everything awesomely. Thank you sir. Couldn't do it without you breaking it down...
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR VIDEOS, I have been watching your videos for months, really studied out of my book gently, followed your helpful instructions and I JUST PASSED MY NATIONAL EXAM!!!!! I am ever so grateful to God for you help!!! Thank you!!!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful news. Congratulations! Wishing you much success in tacking all other exams and making a difference in this field. All the very best.
Thank you very much Steve you are a Superstar. I want to let you know that I just passed my test. I will admit your videos were very helpful OMG . I can’t even say much . I really appreciate you 😭🙏🏾😍😍😍😍
That's just awesome! Congratulations!!! Very happy for you and thank you for sharing your great news with all of us here. Wishing you much success. Make sure to take your CER exam ASAP.
I currently work at a hospital on the Ortho unit as a PCT. Surgeries are interesting to me. I am not a scrub tech but interviewed for a sterile processing tech position today. My question is have you ever been poked with a dirty instrument. That's about the only thing that worries me. Your videos are so helpful.
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline I took the exam yesterday and didn't pass but one thing I'll say not much from the book was on it the number #8 edition i think that based on your videos the edition that you used it's #7 and it's better all those points you make were in the exam so thanks for sharing
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline thanks for the advice yes I'll do that but the way you explain and everything that's is exactly how it was in the exam thank you once again and keep up the good work your videos are very helpful
hi, steve, i am hopeful you respond to this enquiry in time, if at all. i just found out about SPD, i will like to find out which exam or online school would you advice i take? i stay in alabama btw.
I understand you so much than you. My teacher never takes his time to teach our class I appreciate you that you explain everything and take your time you help me a lot with you videos.
Just letting you know i passed my crcst exam!!! Your videos help me understand my content and help me understand the questions i got.I studied for less than a week. I woke up usually around 3am till 6am.and for the last day i just focus on my book and videos and my co workers notes too.!!!! thank you again sir. I got a lil bit of everything. Mostly temp and packing questions.
I do not know who you are but I think you are the One of the Best teacher or professors you were born for this please I wanted to know if you are still teaching
Wow. I am so happy to have found your videos! I'm in my last week before finals, studying SPT at CNM in New Mexico. I will be taking the CBSPD exam in the first week of November 2021. Your video content has helped me tremendously, as I am able to listen hands free at my current job. Thank you so much for posting these, love watching, listening, learning, and laughing! Will post again with my results.
Hi, Amy I am glad to meet other CBSPD struggler that found this video handful! What other sources do you use in preparation to the exam? I ALSO EXPECT TO TAKE THIS EXAM IN NOVEMBER 2021
I like all the lessons and your great at making all the topics understandable..thank you so much.. Am actually starting y sterilizing career tomorrow and have been attending all the lessons online..thanks you have helped me and motivated me..
Thank you so much Sir. I passed my crcst examination today. Almost everyday I'm watching and taking all important notes that you've been discussing to all your videos and this gave me more understanding about the sp and now in already one of the hspa passer. Thank you Sir and God bless you more. ❤
Thank you for making me understand cause I was getting frustrated with all the information but you made it so easy. I'll be taking my exam in May I pray that I pass using your videos 😊😊
Wishing you much success and blessings. Let me know how you do. Stay positive and immersed in your studies until the moment you show up to the test center.
@@BostonCareerInstituteHello sir! One thing I loved about these videos so far(I’m halfway through the playlist) is that you didn’t shy away from saying that you believe the Bible, and you even referenced Genesis where it says that mankind is formed from the dirt of the earth. Very cool! God bless you, brother.
@@BostonCareerInstitute That’s the wisest way to preach the truth, sprinkling your speech with the truth, plant a few seeds here and there, not cram it down anyone’s throat. Amen brother!
I just finished today’s discussion. Thank you for my learnings today Steve. I am preparing my self as I’m going to study cssd in school for next months so I’m thankful for this very helpful instructional videos. Happy New Year! 010221
This video needs to be updated. H2O2 has the same OSHA limits for human exposure as Ethylene Oxide. 1 ppm in an 8 hour shift. Most hospitals DO NOT monitor the air for H2O2like they do EtO. Consequently, there is a lot of people being exposed to more than 1 ppm of H2O2.
Thank you for your feedback. The content of this video is based on the iahcsmm manuals 7-8. While you may be correct the information provided is factual for their national certification. I appreciate your feedback and input. When the new specifications will be published I will most certainly update the videos. Wishing you all the very best. Steve
I am currently about to start my sterile tech program in January 2024. The school where I will be attending for my program is also a testing site for certifications test.
Thank you sir,you make it fun and easy to learn and I like your French :). I wish i had watch your video lectures long enough to pass my exam :(. I live in Europe and I cannot find the study books in English. Where can I buy the study books in English ? Help please. Thanks:) have a blessed week.
Congratulations 🎉 I was wondering if these videos would help with the new edition of the book. I’m studying for my exam now and I am taking notes from these videos.
@@BostonCareerInstitute sounds great because Plasma RF generators intended for industrial applications and scientific operates at 13,56Mhz and cost a lot of money. The lower the frequency , the lower the cost. By the way, which public the curses are intended to? accept foreign applications?
Hi thanks for the video. It isn't mentioned the alternative low temperature immersion in paracetic acid. Can you explain the reason you didn't discuss in class? is not relevant among US hospitals? what about in Europe? Moreover can you suggest a source about official guidelines and other regulations on that topic? Thanks in advance Pietro
Unipa88 dear Pietro, thanks for watching. Peracetic acid is used primarily as a high level disinfectant in the US and not a sterilant. That is why it wasn't mentioned in the class. In the US all matters pertaining to sterilization are deferred to AAMI and all other content is distilled from their regulations. Instrument manufacturers also provide guidelines for specific instructions for use and care. I follow iahcsmm content from their crcst manual. Hope this helps. All the best. Steve
Thanks Steve.. For endoscopes (thermal sensitive instruments) I found out also LTSF (steam formaldehyde) method: temperature 60c, 30 min and 2% formaldehyde concentration; I have the feeling that there are many other methods available around. Do you have any suggestion on where to read about all of them? Thanks, Pietro
Well, Formaldehyde is also a disinfectant, though in higher concentrations it may be considered a sterilant. Unfortunately, due to its toxic residue it is not very popular. Thanks again for watching and asking great questions. Steve
Hey there Steve I failed my test the first time !! I co worker referred me to your videos ! They are very specific ! Now I have a question - how much time do you think the average person should spend studying this material before going back to retake the test ? I am able to retest after six weeks 🤷🏾♀️
Everything depends on you and how much time you devote to your studies. If you concentrate on the material, take careful notes from the videos and read the book, 3 weeks is a good time. No movies, no TV no music, just sterile processing all the time for 3 weeks or until the test.
@@BostonCareerInstitute thank you so much !!!! My co worker said the same thing; eat, drink, and sleep SP !!! Well- I will update you on the results !!! Thanks for the material it is very helpful !
Based off of your videos, I have enrolled in school yesterday and I start in May. I've been watching your videos to get a head start. Although we may not use the same textbook, can you please let me know which one you are referring to? I appreciate all of your videos. Thank you so much.
Tre Naise certainly, I use the iahcsmm crcst manual / boxed set as they call it. having said that, I teach based on topics and not the book. wishing you all the very best.
Great, make sure you get the HSPA CRCST 9th edition and workbook from their website. They also publish a guide to what's on the test. Keep watching the videos, read the book to understand all words they use. Don't try to memorize the book, just understand the language. There is no trick or a short cut, work and time must be invested by you.
It is very interesting talk. I wish to know that is there any plasma present in the containers wrapped in Tyvek after zapping RF? Or it is only outside the packaging material? Is it that all the bacteria / virus break down and get out in the form of gas? can you please answer me these questions? Thanks in advance.
***** Thanks for so quick reply. When RF is applied whether there will be plasma inside the Tyvek packets also other than in the main chamber? That was my question. So when the tools are packaged in Tyvek packets, the plasma is produced in the packages as well! If so, the byproducts of reaction of H2O2 with microorganisam would take very long time to diffuse out since the pumping through micro / nanopores of tyvek will be too poor. So there is significant chance of contaminents remaining inside the packages!. Am I right? SOrry for naive question.
***** Thanks Steve. I was wondering about this plasma inside the packages. Generally pressure inside the package remains high as the pumping speed in package is very low and hence there are chances that there may not be plasma. In you other video you were showing biological indicator. That is sealed in a vial / bottle. how H2O2 will enter inside the vial to sterilize the spores inside the bottle? or is it also made of Tyvek? I have been working on plasma for last several years. I shall carryout this experiment in the lab. I shall seek your help when ever i have doubts. thanks once again.
***** Thanks once again. It may not be good idea to discuss here which is public and others may not be interested in our discussion. Can I mail you to personal email id if you agree? Another question I have. After deep draw vacuum stage, next stage is the injection of Hydrogen peroxide. After the injection, is it that the vacuum pumping is stopped ? or continuous flow of H2O2 is maintained and pumps are made to operate continuously pumping our h2o2 vapor? Or the cahmber is filled - pumps are put off - the same voluem of h2o2 vapor turns into plasma and then pumps are started to draw out the reactants? Thanks for your patients and quick response in replying to all my questions. regards
Hello!!! Your videos are awesome!! However, I have been a Surgical Technologist for over 9 years now. I just was just recently hired to teach Surgical Technology to High School students. However, as we both know, that requires an Associates Degree. So upon completion of my program my students will sit for the CBSPD exam. This makes me very nervous!! My only experience with SPD is calling down/running in to grab a tray of instruments for a case. I have been studying my tail off to be very honest with you. I want my students to be successful. Your videos are awesome and I am a huge fan. I share your videos in class in addition to my own lecture at times and I will provide guided notes to go with your videos. Hope you don not mind. I am typing all of this to simply ask for advice, advice and more advice!! Does your videos work for the CBSPD exam as well? I understand I may be a little late. But I am late in discovering your TH-cam channel. I have 11 students scheduled to take the exam May 3rd. I feel like I have prepared them well, but I think I am more nervous than them.....ok I'm done now. LOL
Danyell Terry thank and please feel free to use the material. the lectures are more geared to iahcsmm however, the information is more or less standard. feel free to reach out any time.
If you really want to get certified there is nothing hard about it. What you have to do if you do want to get certified is learn and learn with vigor and excitement. Surround yourself with learning and positive people who will encourage you.
Sir May I ask you two questions : (1)Why we have to dry Instruments completely before sterilize with H2O2 machine, is there any reaction between H2O2 and H2O.? (2) what is the different between H2O2 plasma and H2O2 vaproMax sterilization machines .?
Thanks for reaching out. Yes water dilutes hydrogen peroxide and causes cycle failure as well. VPro is simply different methodology behind gas plasma sterilization. I can't explain all the details but it simply uses higher concentration of hydrogen peroxide where dilution is not really an issue.
Hi, I work as an SSD Technician in the Uk at my local NHS hospital. We have a medium size Sterrad Unit primarily for Robotic & Laparoscopic Scopes. Our standard cycle time is around 55 minutes, and a longer cycle of 1 hour 30 minutes. You say the normal cycle time for Gas/Plasma sterilisation is 2 hours, is this dependent on the type of machine being used or is due to differing regulations between the UK & US ?
Greetings and salutations from across the Atlantic. I will have to revisit the video but I don't think I was referring to gas plasma cycle being that long. Our cycles are similar in length to what you describe.
No. I can not be too specific on this answer as the manufacturer's instructions for use for each instrument is the best possible guide. Please remember that some materials absorb hydrogen peroxide and thus reduce it's effectiveness. Also, hydrogen peroxide is sometimes contraindicated for instruments with lumens. Once again, you must consult with the OEM instructions for use.
Hi I need advice on how to pass the state board. I took it 2times and didn't pass it. I really don't know what I did wrong. So please I need some good advice on how to pass the exam the 3rd time.
CHL ... Yeah, I hear you. The best advice I can give you is not to get discouraged! You gain absolutely nothing from that, think positively instead and refocus your efforts. Go over the book concentrating on the shaded areas of each chapter. Read the chapters into your phone and listen to yourself reading the chapters every chance you get. Don't watch TV and focus on learning. Teach your friends the stuff you read from the book. Think positively and you will pass next time or the time after that. You got nothing to lose and everything to gain. Go forth, you have my blessings :)
I still watch it all the time. I never get tired of his classes. Thank you for this.
This is the best teacher I have seen... I was struggling to understand the concept of my studies until I started listening to his take on it...I really appreciate him and all he do for people like me for free.... I took my test and I passed with ease...thanks again.
Amazing!! Congratulations and thank you for sharing your great accomplishment.
I Passed!!! as of today I am an NCCA BOARD CERTIFIED CBSPD Technician!!!! I am confident that Steve's Videos were instrumental in my passing, He covered so much of what I was tested on. Watch these videos over and over like I did for weeks on end and you will do fantastic!! the low temp video and prep and pack and the Steam sterilization videos were particularly helpful however watch ALL of the available videos and be assured you will do great! Thanks so much Steve you rock!!
Hello Guy Jones! I know I am 2 years late.Congratulations on passing your exam! What helped you pass the CBSPD exam? Were the practice exam in the back of the workbook helpful? Also, did you use the practice exam study guide as well. BCI is brilliant but I thought he only prepared for IACHSMM.
How many question are in the CBSPD exam?? And cost...THX
Congratulations I know I’m late as well ❤️
Hello I'm new here Steve can you help me where I go study for crsct please
how are things now?
I passed my exam yesterday and these videos helped me more than school. Thank you Steve, my hero !!!!🎉❤🙌🏽
@@Dat_ill_Nana congratulations 👏🎉🎉👏 I'm very happy for you. Thank you for your kind feedback and sharing your success with us. Wishing you more success and Blessings
Steve videos are amazing i listened to all his videos about sterilization and i passed my exam this week im so happy! He covered everything i needed to know..
That's just great! Congratulations 🎉👏🎉👏
I passed and I give thanks to you!! I work for a tissue bank and they require you to be certified, So it was a challenge for me because I haven’t worked in a hospital for a couple of years and forgot majority of everything! So I had to relearn everything. I did fail the exam my 1st try but I didn’t give up and remained focused by watching your videos and eating dinner until it was embedded in my head 😂😂… THANK YOU
Passed my exam today, thanks for the vids broski 🤙 20 years old starting a career
Great news. Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 thank you for sharing :) ❤️ the broski
Steve is mad funny and his teachings are helping me now! I hope he’s doing well
If every teacher teaches like you .everyone will be genes. You make big difference in my life .I wish you are my phisics teacher. You are funn .thanks for sharing
Thank you so much for your kind words. Wishing you much success
You are simply the best Steve. You make life easy for your students. You mastered the art of teaching.
Thank you. I'm humbled and honored by your comment.
I love this professor! He makes it easy and also fun!
Thank you. I try.
You are an excellent teacher, sir! Your pronuntiation is very clear, which makes the lesson much easier for foreigners like me to understand you. And your Pepe le Pew French is as good as it can be. Thank you much for all the lessons. All the way from Brazil.
obrigado. você é muito gentil. I try,I am an Immigrant myself and i understand..... I love Pepe :)
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This man knows how to instruct knows how to teach he puts it in layman's terms he doesn't go fast he he makes you he wants you to learn it!!!
Thank you for the wonderful feedback
Wow, the best teacher I have ever seen… Around this time I am learning SP, and we are on this chapter about Low Temperature Sterilization! Thank you SO MUCH
Very helpful videos, thank you for making them available. You make these concepts so easy to understand. THANK YOU!
Thank you
Just Passed my test and I want to say thank you so much for your videos that you post!!! I know I would not have done so well without!
I'm thrilled to hear such great news. Thank you for sharing, wishing you lots of success in all your future endeavors. I'm glad I was able to help. :)
Can you give me advice on which chapters came most on the state Board.
I just passed my CRCST exam yesterday!! With the help of my instructor and your videos I was able to understand everything. Thank you!!
Kelli Atkins you are most welcome and congratulations
Kelli Atkins im doing the same thing lol... these are great videos
This instructors wonderful, he knows how to teach he's very patient answers all your questions he wants you to succeed. Most of the college professors instructors I had I had with very condescending and they didn't care I didn't care if you were there or not!!!
@@johnzurek5011 thank you so much for your feedback and kind words. Wishing you all the best
I am a Certified Surgical Technician aspiring to take a leadership position in the Central Processing Department I just wanted to say thank you as I passed my CRCST examination today. Your videos are a wealth of knowledge and when you said it will be on the test it certainly was on the test. Thanks again.
That's absolutely amazing. Lots of luck and success to you. Thank you for your kind words.
thanks so much for these videos. I just passed the exam. and literally everything you went over was on it. I couldn't have done it without you. thanks again.
Thank you for all your videos. As I prepare to take the CBSPD exam I found your videos to be easier to learn from than any other resource. much appreciation for all you do.
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I Passed Thank you so much for all your help
All you did was watch his videos?
I just passed my cbspd exam today,your videos helped me a lot thank you from Houston
Fantastic! Thank you for sharing. Much success
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline you’re my hero thank you 🙏 🙏🙏 next step Endo
@@blackpanther3634 there is a video for that too :)
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline wooow you’re the Man of this field thank you
I love the way you explain this Steve well done
Thank you ☺️
I just passed my CRCST exam today! These helped alot!! He is such a good teacher. Thanks so much!
The best news. Congratulations!!!
I want to thank you for helping me understand C/S I just took my exam and Passed 2hours ago thank you so much for your help and will tell others that you are an awesome teacher and explain everything awesomely. Thank you sir. Couldn't do it without you breaking it down...
I am very happy for you. Congratulations on passing the exam. Thank you for your kind words.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR VIDEOS, I have been watching your videos for months, really studied out of my book gently, followed your helpful instructions and I JUST PASSED MY NATIONAL EXAM!!!!! I am ever so grateful to God for you help!!! Thank you!!!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful news. Congratulations! Wishing you much success in tacking all other exams and making a difference in this field. All the very best.
Great job Steve, very well explained processes.
Thank you very much Steve you are a Superstar. I want to let you know that I just passed my test. I will admit your videos were very helpful OMG . I can’t even say much . I really appreciate you 😭🙏🏾😍😍😍😍
I'm very grateful for your comments and your amazing personal accomplishments. Congratulations and wishing you much success.
@@BostonCareerInstitute Thank you very much. 🥰
Great instructor I watched all your videos passed my test yesterday!! 🤘🏾🤘🏾
That's just awesome! Congratulations!!! Very happy for you and thank you for sharing your great news with all of us here. Wishing you much success. Make sure to take your CER exam ASAP.
I currently work at a hospital on the Ortho unit as a PCT. Surgeries are interesting to me. I am not a scrub tech but interviewed for a sterile processing tech position today. My question is have you ever been poked with a dirty instrument. That's about the only thing that worries me. Your videos are so helpful.
Your accent is very clear .... thanks so much for this excellant explain .
Thank you for watching. Good luck.
I passed! Thank you for your videos. It makes the course so much easy.
Yeeeehaaaa! Congratulations 🎉👏🎊💐🥳
Congratulations I have mine coming up in May and just came across this video to help me study
that's really awesome. 🎉🎂 congratulations hope this translates I to more💰 thanks so much for the feedback. always glad to hear good news.
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline I took the exam yesterday and didn't pass but one thing I'll say not much from the book was on it the number #8 edition i think that based on your videos the edition that you used it's #7 and it's better all those points you make were in the exam so thanks for sharing
Reynaldo Linares wait until you get the feedback from iahcsmm to see where you made the mistakes. then do it again ASAP , you will do just fine.
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline thanks for the advice yes I'll do that but the way you explain and everything that's is exactly how it was in the exam thank you once again and keep up the good work your videos are very helpful
Reynaldo Linares looking forward to hearing good news.
hi, steve, i am hopeful you respond to this enquiry in time, if at all. i just found out about SPD, i will like to find out which exam or online school would you advice i take? i stay in alabama btw.
I understand you so much than you. My teacher never takes his time to teach our class I appreciate you that you explain everything and take your time you help me a lot with you videos.
Lupe Garcia thank you. Glad I can help.
Thanks for the knowledge-base... I've been referring people here to reinforce the concepts that cause confusion. You are a scholar and a gentleman.
WOW, thanks so much. Truly appreciate your feedback. All the best to you.
The best teacher
Thank you very much. Wishing you much success and blessings.
Just letting you know i passed my crcst exam!!! Your videos help me understand my content and help me understand the questions i got.I studied for less than a week. I woke up usually around 3am till 6am.and for the last day i just focus on my book and videos and my co workers notes too.!!!! thank you again sir. I got a lil bit of everything. Mostly temp and packing questions.
Hi, what notes did you use I’ll be taking my exam soon
Where did you go study at for crcst exam need help for my exam I appreciate if u help me
Steve thank you so much i passed the exam today.
bernz aro amazing news. Congratulations!
I do not know who you are but I think you are the One of the Best teacher or professors you were born for this please I wanted to know if you are still teaching
Wow. I am so happy to have found your videos! I'm in my last week before finals, studying SPT at CNM in New Mexico. I will be taking the CBSPD exam in the first week of November 2021. Your video content has helped me tremendously, as I am able to listen hands free at my current job. Thank you so much for posting these, love watching, listening, learning, and laughing! Will post again with my results.
Hi, Amy I am glad to meet other CBSPD struggler that found this video handful! What other sources do you use in preparation to the exam? I ALSO EXPECT TO TAKE THIS EXAM IN NOVEMBER 2021
I like all the lessons and your great at making all the topics understandable..thank you so much..
Am actually starting y sterilizing career tomorrow and have been attending all the lessons online..thanks you have helped me and motivated me..
Very glad to hear that you are starting your career and that I managed to help you. Thank you for your post and I wish you much success.
Thank you so much Sir. I passed my crcst examination today. Almost everyday I'm watching and taking all important notes that you've been discussing to all your videos and this gave me more understanding about the sp and now in already one of the hspa passer. Thank you Sir and God bless you more. ❤
Congratulations. Thank you for sharing your success with all of us here.
I recommended your TH-cam channel to all my Classmates. By the way I'm currently residing in United Arab Emirates. God bless Sir again. ❤❤
@@ReymarkPuno awesome. Thank you :))
Men you are really smart and gifted teacher
Thank you.
Will be taking my exam next month. I’ve been watching your videos everyday for the pass week. I hope I pass. Thank you for this. 🙏🏽
Natural Goddess you are very welcome, don't be afraid and good luck. Write back and give us all the good news.
hey did pass the exam if yes can i ask you few question on the exam i am about to take mine next month
Thank you for making me understand cause I was getting frustrated with all the information but you made it so easy. I'll be taking my exam in May I pray that I pass using your videos 😊😊
Wishing you much success and blessings. Let me know how you do. Stay positive and immersed in your studies until the moment you show up to the test center.
Thank you so much
@@BostonCareerInstituteHello sir! One thing I loved about these videos so far(I’m halfway through the playlist) is that you didn’t shy away from saying that you believe the Bible, and you even referenced Genesis where it says that mankind is formed from the dirt of the earth. Very cool! God bless you, brother.
@@Matthew-307 for sure! I sprinkle my teaching with the sparks of the divine to the best of my ability. Thank you for noticing
@@BostonCareerInstitute That’s the wisest way to preach the truth, sprinkling your speech with the truth, plant a few seeds here and there, not cram it down anyone’s throat. Amen brother!
I love the way you teach I take my exam in 2 days .
Thank you and good luck on the exam. Let me know how you do.
passed my interview thank u so much!
Thank you for sharing and congratulations!
Thank you for covering this chapter
@@Domedirty82 not a problem and you're welcome
I am preparing for the state Board. And this was very helpful.
very glad. lots of success :)
+Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline thank you
Thank you sir for these videos! I passed my crcst exam today!
WOW congratulations 👏🎉👏🎉 thank you for sharing with all of us in cyberspace
thanks a lot am hoping to write my state board exam soon watching your videos gives me more confidence to pass my exam #BRAVOO
You will do it!!
i did not get any of this in school like the table and meaning of each but now 30 and i get it but now i see they picked the right subject. thanks
You should make more videos. :)
Excellent content / classroom ..thanks a lot
You're the best steve
Excelent Lecture! Bravissimo!
Thank you.
Thank you for your video they very helpful,
I take the class and my exam is 19 this month, wish me luck.
You will do great. Wishing you much success
Good luck it's well just believes
thanks a lot sir big respect for you from pakistan
aayan sameer thank you to Pakistan
Thankyou !! You made me easy I'm sucessful now thankyou once again you're awesome😊
Wonderful. Thank you
I just finished today’s discussion. Thank you for my learnings today Steve.
I am preparing my self as I’m going to study cssd in school for next months so I’m thankful for this very helpful instructional videos.
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My pleasure, you'll do great. Happy New Year
hi steve! im new to the cssd and i found it interesting. Your videos are great help! havent watch them all but will sure do
Thank you so much great instructions!!!??
Thank you so much
Simple awesome presentation thanks
thank you for sharing your video, it is help me to understand my study
Utami Påhlson wonderful, very happy for you. Good luck.
This video needs to be updated. H2O2 has the same OSHA limits for human exposure as Ethylene Oxide. 1 ppm in an 8 hour shift. Most hospitals DO NOT monitor the air for H2O2like they do EtO. Consequently, there is a lot of people being exposed to more than 1 ppm of H2O2.
Thank you for your feedback. The content of this video is based on the iahcsmm manuals 7-8. While you may be correct the information provided is factual for their national certification. I appreciate your feedback and input. When the new specifications will be published I will most certainly update the videos. Wishing you all the very best. Steve
I passed my exam! Thank you I am so excited to work 😍
Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 wishing you much success and thank you for sharing
I was literally cracking up at the end😂😂😂. Sniffing my way through .
It's all true!!
How does h2o2 safe to use for patients? I’m learning a lot watching your video, thanks
H2O2 is hydrogen peroxide. It is non toxic and does not leave a residue on the instruments. In reality it's water with one extra oxygen attached.
@@BostonCareerInstitute Thank you, thank you.
@@Vero17171 welcome 😁
I am currently about to start my sterile tech program in January 2024. The school where I will be attending for my program is also a testing site for certifications test.
That's excellent. I assume it is for cbspd? HSPA only uses Prometric for exams.
Planning to take exam on February 2024. This videos help me a lots to understand about sterilization.
Hoping to pass the exam.thank you ..
Awesome. Wishing you much success. Let us know how you do.
How'd you do on your exam? I'm taking mine in May.
@@kikihighgrade7463 how was your exam?
@@BostonCareerInstitute thank you so much..I passed CBSPD exam..
@@joysalik4508 congratulations 👏🎉 success and blessings
Very clear explenation 👍
Great. Glad you liked it. All the best.
Thank you sir,you make it fun and easy to learn and I like your French :). I wish i had watch your video lectures long enough to pass my exam :(. I live in Europe and I cannot find the study books in English. Where can I buy the study books in English ? Help please. Thanks:) have a blessed week.
Ch& Lii www.iahcsmm.org look in their store, they will ship a set to you in Europe $130 I believe.
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline
Thank you. I will check it out. Bless you. :)
Plzz make video on ...dry heat sterilisation n flash sterilisation
I just passed 11/06/2018 thanks Steve
Awesome. Thank you for the good news. Congratulations!!!
anton x congratulations
Congratulations 🎉 I was wondering if these videos would help with the new edition of the book. I’m studying for my exam now and I am taking notes from these videos.
Thanks for the video really helpful 🙏
@@Gi1999m you are very welcome
I'm interested in becoming sterile processing technology. Thank you very much.
Great, glad to help.
Did you cover all chapters in the book? I’m not seeing chapters 16-24 and your lectures really do help me to understand. I’m struggling
very good, thanks. A question, which frequency plasma H2O2 operates on?
I don't know why you need this but they operate between 49-54 KHz.
@@BostonCareerInstitute sounds great because Plasma RF generators intended for industrial applications and scientific operates at 13,56Mhz and cost a lot of money. The lower the frequency , the lower the cost. By the way, which public the curses are intended to? accept foreign applications?
@@fercarcas this is for hospital central service / sterilization technicians. Right now we do not accept foreign applications.
Thank you doctor very much 🙏❤️❤️ i love you 💗
Hi thanks for the video.
It isn't mentioned the alternative low temperature immersion in paracetic acid. Can you explain the reason you didn't discuss in class? is not relevant among US hospitals? what about in Europe?
Moreover can you suggest a source about official guidelines and other regulations on that topic?
Thanks in advance
Pietro
Unipa88 dear Pietro, thanks for watching. Peracetic acid is used primarily as a high level disinfectant in the US and not a sterilant. That is why it wasn't mentioned in the class. In the US all matters pertaining to sterilization are deferred to AAMI and all other content is distilled from their regulations. Instrument manufacturers also provide guidelines for specific instructions for use and care. I follow iahcsmm content from their crcst manual. Hope this helps. All the best. Steve
Thanks Steve.. For endoscopes (thermal sensitive instruments) I found out also LTSF (steam formaldehyde) method: temperature 60c, 30 min and 2% formaldehyde concentration; I have the feeling that there are many other methods available around.
Do you have any suggestion on where to read about all of them?
Thanks,
Pietro
Well, Formaldehyde is also a disinfectant, though in higher concentrations it may be considered a sterilant. Unfortunately, due to its toxic residue it is not very popular. Thanks again for watching and asking great questions. Steve
Hey there Steve I failed my test the first time !! I co worker referred me to your videos ! They are very specific ! Now I have a question - how much time do you think the average person should spend studying this material before going back to retake the test ? I am able to retest after six weeks 🤷🏾♀️
Everything depends on you and how much time you devote to your studies. If you concentrate on the material, take careful notes from the videos and read the book, 3 weeks is a good time. No movies, no TV no music, just sterile processing all the time for 3 weeks or until the test.
@@BostonCareerInstitute thank you so much !!!! My co worker said the same thing; eat, drink, and sleep SP !!! Well- I will update you on the results !!! Thanks for the material it is very helpful !
@@draeday22 looking forward to great news
Did you pass the exam and how was it?
Based off of your videos, I have enrolled in school yesterday and I start in May. I've been watching your videos to get a head start. Although we may not use the same textbook, can you please let me know which one you are referring to?
I appreciate all of your videos. Thank you so much.
Tre Naise certainly, I use the iahcsmm crcst manual / boxed set as they call it. having said that, I teach based on topics and not the book. wishing you all the very best.
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline
Awesome!! Thank you so much!!
Thanks a lot be blessed
Hello. Dr. Steve, I would like to ask if it is possible to use ozone gas for cellulosic materials or not?
@@glittero0o85 no, cellulose absorbs ozone
@ How can we sterilize the cellulose based material packaging please
@glittero0o85 steam and ethylene oxide :)
Perfect teacher👍👍
Thank you 👍
I just started self studying any tips you can give me or a practice test or what chapters I should focus on the most I watch your videos everyday
Great, make sure you get the HSPA CRCST 9th edition and workbook from their website. They also publish a guide to what's on the test. Keep watching the videos, read the book to understand all words they use. Don't try to memorize the book, just understand the language. There is no trick or a short cut, work and time must be invested by you.
It is very interesting talk. I wish to know that is there any plasma present in the containers wrapped in Tyvek after zapping RF? Or it is only outside the packaging material? Is it that all the bacteria / virus break down and get out in the form of gas?
can you please answer me these questions?
Thanks in advance.
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Thanks for so quick reply. When RF is applied whether there will be plasma inside the Tyvek packets also other than in the main chamber? That was my question. So when the tools are packaged in Tyvek packets, the plasma is produced in the packages as well! If so, the byproducts of reaction of H2O2 with microorganisam would take very long time to diffuse out since the pumping through micro / nanopores of tyvek will be too poor. So there is significant chance of contaminents remaining inside the packages!. Am I right?
SOrry for naive question.
***** Thanks Steve. I was wondering about this plasma inside the packages. Generally pressure inside the package remains high as the pumping speed in package is very low and hence there are chances that there may not be plasma. In you other video you were showing biological indicator. That is sealed in a vial / bottle. how H2O2 will enter inside the vial to sterilize the spores inside the bottle? or is it also made of Tyvek? I have been working on plasma for last several years. I shall carryout this experiment in the lab. I shall seek your help when ever i have doubts.
thanks once again.
***** Thanks once again.
It may not be good idea to discuss here which is public and others may not be interested in our discussion. Can I mail you to personal email id if you agree?
Another question I have. After deep draw vacuum stage, next stage is the injection of Hydrogen peroxide. After the injection, is it that the vacuum pumping is stopped ? or continuous flow of H2O2 is maintained and pumps are made to operate continuously pumping our h2o2 vapor? Or the cahmber is filled - pumps are put off - the same voluem of h2o2 vapor turns into plasma and then pumps are started to draw out the reactants?
Thanks for your patients and quick response in replying to all my questions.
regards
Hello!!! Your videos are awesome!! However, I have been a Surgical Technologist for over 9 years now. I just was just recently hired to teach Surgical Technology to High School students. However, as we both know, that requires an Associates Degree. So upon completion of my program my students will sit for the CBSPD exam. This makes me very nervous!! My only experience with SPD is calling down/running in to grab a tray of instruments for a case. I have been studying my tail off to be very honest with you. I want my students to be successful. Your videos are awesome and I am a huge fan. I share your videos in class in addition to my own lecture at times and I will provide guided notes to go with your videos. Hope you don not mind. I am typing all of this to simply ask for advice, advice and more advice!! Does your videos work for the CBSPD exam as well? I understand I may be a little late. But I am late in discovering your TH-cam channel. I have 11 students scheduled to take the exam May 3rd. I feel like I have prepared them well, but I think I am more nervous than them.....ok I'm done now. LOL
Danyell Terry thank and please feel free to use the material. the lectures are more geared to iahcsmm however, the information is more or less standard. feel free to reach out any time.
What book did you guys study besides he's lectures to help u pass?
Susanna Mai I need to know as well
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What if H2O2 is use to sterilize some plastic materials in a microwave oven?
I wish I had all my instructors and professors of college like this!
what is the exact radio frequency used in Gas/Plasma and Ozone sterilizers?
What's the hardest part about getting certified?
If you really want to get certified there is nothing hard about it. What you have to do if you do want to get certified is learn and learn with vigor and excitement. Surround yourself with learning and positive people who will encourage you.
Excelent. thank you.
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a question , how to make a humidity filter between the chamber and rotary motor , its hard because of the vacuum conditions
Sir May I ask you two questions : (1)Why we have to dry Instruments completely before sterilize with H2O2 machine, is there any reaction between H2O2 and H2O.? (2) what is the different between H2O2 plasma and H2O2 vaproMax sterilization machines .?
Thanks for reaching out. Yes water dilutes hydrogen peroxide and causes cycle failure as well. VPro is simply different methodology behind gas plasma sterilization. I can't explain all the details but it simply uses higher concentration of hydrogen peroxide where dilution is not really an issue.
Boston Career Institute (BCI Inc.) - Brookline Thank you for your prompt reply .. and for all your amazing posts.. YOU ARE THE BEST 🌸
Alaa'a Chem thank you so much, you are very kind.
Hi, I work as an SSD Technician in the Uk at my local NHS hospital. We have a medium size Sterrad Unit primarily for Robotic & Laparoscopic Scopes. Our standard cycle time is around 55 minutes, and a longer cycle of 1 hour 30 minutes. You say the normal cycle time for Gas/Plasma sterilisation is 2 hours, is this dependent on the type of machine being used or is due to differing regulations between the UK & US ?
Greetings and salutations from across the Atlantic. I will have to revisit the video but I don't think I was referring to gas plasma cycle being that long. Our cycles are similar in length to what you describe.
Sir Is hydrogen peroxide is effective for all type heat_labile instruments ?
No. I can not be too specific on this answer as the manufacturer's instructions for use for each instrument is the best possible guide. Please remember that some materials absorb hydrogen peroxide and thus reduce it's effectiveness. Also, hydrogen peroxide is sometimes contraindicated for instruments with lumens. Once again, you must consult with the OEM instructions for use.
Hi I need advice on how to pass the state board. I took it 2times and didn't pass it. I really don't know what I did wrong. So please I need some good advice on how to pass the exam the 3rd time.
Awwwww it's well. Just read n watch more videos. And do more practice online tests. Gud luck
Steve can you give some information about CHL class. I failed the test now I am so frustrated.
CHL ... Yeah, I hear you. The best advice I can give you is not to get discouraged! You gain absolutely nothing from that, think positively instead and refocus your efforts. Go over the book concentrating on the shaded areas of each chapter. Read the chapters into your phone and listen to yourself reading the chapters every chance you get. Don't watch TV and focus on learning. Teach your friends the stuff you read from the book. Think positively and you will pass next time or the time after that. You got nothing to lose and everything to gain. Go forth, you have my blessings :)