The proper cleaning of medical instruments involves three phases: the
initial cleaning, disinfecting and sterilization. Since most instruments
are reused, it is vital that all three phases are carried out
thoroughly, since dirty or infected instruments could lead to the spread
of disease or cause the them to fail during use. This article focuses
on the first phase of the process: the initial cleaning.
1
Don the proper protective gear, which includes eye
protection such as goggles, heavy-duty rubber gloves, a surgical mask
and a plastic apron.
2
Fill a clean sink or wash basin with tap water and a regular
detergent. Then place the instrument in the water and allow it to soak
for several minutes.
Remove the instrument from the water and disassemble it if
necessary. Scrub it vigorously and thoroughly with a soft brush, such as
a toothbrush, until all foreign matter is removed, then flush it
through a water jet.
4
Remove any excess detergent by rinsing the instrument thoroughly, then inspect it thoroughly to confirm cleanliness.
5
Allow the instruments to air-dry, on a clean tray, or use a
clean towel to remove any possible chemicals that could combine with a
chemical disinfectant if one will be used. You are now ready to
disinfect the instrument.
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Tips & Warnings
Never use a hand soap to clean the instruments, since the fatty acids they contain could leave a soap scum on the instruments.
Do not use any abrasive material to scrub the instruments since this could cause permanent damage.
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