If using an automatic washer/disinfector, ensure that the unit is used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.Įnsure that the detergents or enzymatic cleaners selected are compatible with the metals and other materials used in medical instruments.
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Perform either manual cleaning (i.e., using friction) or mechanical cleaning (e.g., with ultrasonic cleaners, washer-disinfector, washer-sterilizers). Dried or baked materials on the instrument make the removal process more difficult and the disinfection or sterilization process less effective or ineffective. Use cleaning agents that are capable of removing visible organic and inorganic residues.Ĭlean medical devices as soon as practical after use (e.g., at the point of use) because soiled materials become dried onto the instruments. Remove visible organic residue (e.g., residue of blood and tissue) and inorganic salts with cleaning. Meticulously clean patient-care items with water and detergent, or with water and enzymatic cleaners before high-level disinfection or sterilization procedures. In hospitals, perform most cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of patient-care devices in a central processing department in order to more easily control quality.
Recommendations for Cleaning of patient-care devices: by ID number and category.
The employer is responsible for making such equipment and training available.Įstablish a program for monitoring occupational exposure to regulated chemicals (e.g., formaldehyde, EtO) that adheres to state and federal regulations.Įxclude healthcare workers with weeping dermatitis of hands from direct contact with patient-care equipment. The exact type of PPE depends on the infectious or chemical agent and the anticipated duration of exposure. PPE can include gloves, gowns, masks, and eye protection. The information should be consistent with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements and identify the areas and tasks in which potential exists for exposure.Įducate health-care workers in the selection and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Įnsure that workers wear appropriate PPE to preclude exposure to infectious agents or chemicals through the respiratory system, skin, or mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, or mouth. Inform each worker of the possible health effects of his or her exposure to infectious agents (e.g., hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, human immunodeficiency virus ), and/or chemicals (e.g., EtO, formaldehyde). Recommendations for Occupational health and exposure: by ID number and category. Disinfection by Healthcare Personnel in Ambulatory Care and Home Care Disinfection Strategies for Other Semicritical Devices Processing Patient-Care Equipment Contaminated with Bloodborne Pathogens, Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria or Bioterrorist Agents
Management of Equipment and Surfaces in Dentistry Cleaning and Disinfecting Environmental Surfaces in Healthcare Facilities Selection and Use of Low-Level Disinfectants for Noncritical Patient-Care Devices Indications for Sterilization, High-Level Disinfection, and Low-Level Disinfection
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