Chapter 1: Care of Instruments

Question 1

What is the first step in proper care of instruments?

Answer 1

Rinse off all blood or fluids after use.

Question 2

What is the second step in proper care of instruments?

Answer 2

Soak the instruments in a solution with a neutral pH detergent that won’t corrode the metal.

Question 3

What is the third step in proper care of instruments?

Answer 3

Use soft cleaning brushes to manually clean the instruments (scrub out all serrations, teeth, handles, watches and hinges).

Question 4

What is the first step (2) in proper care of instruments?

Answer 4

Sanitize the instruments by using an ultrasonic cleaner, rinse thoroughly. (eliminates cleaning instruments by hand)

Question 5

What is the second step (2) in proper care of instruments?

Answer 5

Rinse the instruments in hot water and dry immediately after sanitation.

Question 6

What is the fourth step in proper care of instruments?

Answer 6

Inspect each instruments for proper function and condition (check for nicks, dullness or warping. Set aside any damaged or malfunctioning instrument to be repaired or replaced).