New In-Service Training Program Available For Chlorascrub(TM)

Professional Disposables International, Inc. (PDI®) has introduced a new In-service Training program designed to educate healthcare personnel including infection preventionists, physicians, and nurses on the use of Chlorascrub™. Chlorascrub™ is a preoperative and preinjection(1) skin preparation with a unique 3.15% w/v Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) / 70% v/v Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) formulation.

Orangeburg, NY (PRWEB) November 13, 2008 -- Professional Disposables International, Inc. (PDI®) has introduced a new In-service Training program designed to educate healthcare personnel including infection preventionists, physicians, and nurses on the use of Chlorascrub™. Chlorascrub™ is a preoperative and preinjection(1) skin preparation with a unique 3.15% w/v Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) / 70% v/v Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) formulation.

The Chlorascrub™ In-service Training Program from PDI is a comprehensive program that facilitates product usage training and continuing education. Some of the key educational tools in the program include a User Guide DVD, a Clinical Compendium, a PowerPoint presentation, Instructional Wall Charts and other useful tools. Healthcare facilities interested in participating in the training program may do so by calling 1-800-999-6423.

With its clinically proven efficacy, Chlorascrub™ can help prevent bloodstream infections and thereby reduce associated cost. Chlorascrub™ is available in three one-step delivery systems: Maxi Swabstick, Swabstick and Swab. Chlorascrub™ is available in individual peel-apart(2) packaging ideal for use in sterile environments. Chlorascrub™ is approved by the FDA for inclusion in kits.

For 30 years, PDI has pioneered the development, testing, manufacturing and marketing of pre-moistened wipes as the optimum delivery system for skin antisepsis, hand hygiene, patient and surface care. With trusted brands including Sani-Cloth®, Sani-Hands® ALC, Sani-Hands® for Kids, Hygea® and Chlorascrub™, PDI serves the healthcare market through hospitals, physician and dental offices, emergency medical services, long-term care, schools and a variety of other healthcare facilities. Professional Disposables International, Inc. is headquartered in Orangeburg, New York.

(1) Chlorascub™ Swab is approved for preinjection use

(2) Available for Chlorascrub™ Swabstick and Maxi Swabstick only

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