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    • Perioperative nursing science
    • Healthcare facility engineering
    • Environmental health and safety

    Background:

    • Operating room (OR) environments require stringent control of airborne contaminants.
    • Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems play a critical role in maintaining OR air quality, temperature, and humidity.
    • Understanding air changes and pressure differentials is essential for infection control.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the impact of HVAC systems on operating room air quality.
    • To review best practices for air changes and positive pressure airflow in ORs.
    • To discuss product evaluation and selection criteria for HVAC components.
    • To explore the role of advanced education and mentoring in perioperative nursing practice.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of HVAC system design and function in healthcare settings.
    • Analysis of key performance indicators for OR air quality (e.g., air changes per hour, pressure differentials).
    • Examination of product evaluation processes for HVAC equipment.
    • Review of educational pathways and mentoring strategies for perioperative nurses.

    Main Results:

    • Effective HVAC systems are paramount for controlling airborne contaminants and maintaining optimal OR environmental conditions.
    • Positive pressure airflow and adequate air changes are vital for preventing contaminant ingress.
    • A structured product selection process ensures the efficacy of HVAC components.
    • BSN-prepared RNs and effective mentoring contribute to practice improvement and workforce development.

    Conclusions:

    • Optimized HVAC systems are fundamental to ensuring a safe and high-quality operating room environment.
    • Continuous evaluation of air quality parameters and equipment is necessary.
    • Investing in nursing education and mentorship strengthens the perioperative workforce.