,Term 1 of 175
How do you properly complete point-of-use?
1.) fluids should be disposed or in leak-proof container
2.) disposable and reusable items should be removed at point- of- use of not they should
be bagged and sent to decontamination
3.) reusable sharps scissors, chisels, should be separated and scalpel blades should be
discarded at point- of- use (if haven't been removed put in sharps container)
4.) carefully remove all tray linens, indicators, filters
5.) rigid containers should be inspected and cleaned, dispose of filters
6.) interior baskets should be removed from containers
7.) ensure the cart is completely empty
1.) Removal of gross soil- so the instruments are easier to clean and to prevent damage
2.) Prevention of damage- soiled items must be prepared for transport to prevent damage
3.) Prevention of cross contamination- soiled items must be transferred from point of use to
decontamination to prevent cross contamination
4.) Keeping others safe- Soiled items must be contained and labeled so that everyone that
comes in contact is safe during the transportation process
1.) remove gross soil from instruments while wearing correct PPE while preparing for
transfer
2.) Follow the manufacturer's instructions for Point-of-use cleaning, ex.) flexible endoscope
manufacture suggests water and enzymatic solution be suctioned.
3.) Separate reusable sharps from other instruments and place reusable needles and
cutting edges in a separate container to reduce risk of injury
4.) Separate reusable linen and make sure no instruments are stuck to the linen
5.) remove disposable components, such as blades disposable tubing and canisters in
, BIOHAZARD bin
6.) open hinged instruments and disassemble multi-part instruments and place instruments
in the appropriate instruments tray. (Place heavy instruments on bottom and lighter on top)
and be careful with scopes and cords.
7.) keep items together for transportation to CS department if items are separated or left
behind reassemble will be delaye
1.) sink #1 Water and detergent or enzymatic solution
2.) sink #2 (intermediate rinse) plain and softened water
3.) sink #3 (final rinse) distilled deionized of reverse osmosis water. -to help prevent
pyrogens, minerals and microbes
Term 2 of 175
The sink water temperature in decontamination should be?
80f to 110f (27c to 44c)
80f to 110f (27c to 88c)
80f to 110f (14c to 44c)
1.6 to 3
Term 3 of 175
An inventory control system for products/equipment typically used in an operating room that
involves use of an enclosed cart generally prepared for one surgical case, and not used for
general supply replenishment.
Decontamination area
Case cart pull sheet (pick list)
Water sample test
Case cart system
, Term 4 of 175
Disadvantage of acid ph detergents?
Leaves a pleasant fragrance after cleaning
Is safe for use on all types of surfaces
Can damage the surface of stainless steel, aluminum and glass
3.) a gown with cuffs and front (gown that prevents fluid)
4.) strong gloves that covers cuffs and resists cuts & tears
5.) shoe covering
6.) cloth scrubs provided by facility
Gentle, orthopedic instrument, and glass as well as regular instrument cycle
1.) Soiled area
2.)Clean processing area
3.)Sterile storage area
Abrasive brushes- because they can scratch the surface
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