Record Keeping Flashcards

1
Q

what information is recorded when using a WD

A

date
operator
cycle start time
cycle number
wash temperature
disinfection temperature
cycle duration
wash detergent added
did machine indicate cycle complete

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2
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what would a fault register include

A

did any faults occur
if yes describe faults
corrective action
did cycle complete successfully

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3
Q

what is parametric release of loads

A

release of a batch of sterilised items based on data from sterilisation process

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4
Q

what information needs to be recorded for the steriliser

A

date
time started
operator
cycle number
sterilisation temperature
daily tests performed
bowie and dick
sterilisation successful
machine identified cycle completed successfully

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5
Q

what is the ACT

A

automatic control test done weekly

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6
Q

what information is included in the WD ACT

A

temperature for each stage
time each stage active for
disinfection start and end with stage duration
volume of chemical dosed
cycle time overall

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7
Q

what information is included in the sterilisation ACT

A

pressure
temperature
result of steam penetration test
air leakage test
air detector function test

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8
Q

where can information on daily and weekly testing be found

A

SHTMs

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9
Q

where is information collected

A

recorded in a dedicated logbook for each piece of equipment

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10
Q

what is the value of accurate records

A

will be audited
diagnostic tool - identify issues
traceability of instruments if issues occur

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