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What should the contaminated holding area contain? 1.) contaminated trash
2.) linen receptacles
3.) hand-washing sink
4.) shielded flush-type commode for liquid waste disposal (only if blood and
suction are stored there)
Where should the preparation process take place? User Department (cleaned
where the instrument is first used) EX.) operating room
What are 3 important reasons why the preparation process should begin in the
user department during point-of-use preparation? 1.) point-of use- preparation
helps prolong the life of instruments because over time blood and saline cane
break down the devices protective finish.
2.) Dry soil and debris especially in instruments with lumens are much more
difficult to remove than moist soil and debris
3.) soil and excess moisture promote the formation of biofilm colonies (biofilm is
highly resistant to cleaning chemicals) so removing the biofilm is essential.
,A collection of microorganisms that attach to surfaces and each other and form a
colony. The colony produces a protective gel that is very difficult to penetrate with
detergents and disinfectants. Biofilm
, The proper care and handling of instruments and equipment is the responsibility
of who? everyone who comes in contact with the instruments
How do you properly complete point-of-use? 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
What is it called when instruments are put on priority processing to use for
another case? Turn Over/ Turn Around
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What should the contaminated holding area contain? 1.) contaminated trash
2.) linen receptacles
3.) hand-washing sink
4.) shielded flush-type commode for liquid waste disposal (only if blood and
suction are stored there)
Where should the preparation process take place? User Department (cleaned
where the instrument is first used) EX.) operating room
What are 3 important reasons why the preparation process should begin in the
user department during point-of-use preparation? 1.) point-of use- preparation
helps prolong the life of instruments because over time blood and saline cane
break down the devices protective finish.
2.) Dry soil and debris especially in instruments with lumens are much more
difficult to remove than moist soil and debris
3.) soil and excess moisture promote the formation of biofilm colonies (biofilm is
highly resistant to cleaning chemicals) so removing the biofilm is essential.
,A collection of microorganisms that attach to surfaces and each other and form a
colony. The colony produces a protective gel that is very difficult to penetrate with
detergents and disinfectants. Biofilm
, The proper care and handling of instruments and equipment is the responsibility
of who? everyone who comes in contact with the instruments
How do you properly complete point-of-use? 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
What is it called when instruments are put on priority processing to use for
another case? Turn Over/ Turn Around
