Record Keeping Flashcards
How are instruments (or sets) made identifiable?
- barcodes
- serial numbers
What is an ACT?
automatic control test
What information should be noted during an ACT of a washer-disinfector?
- date
- operator
- cycle start time
- cycle number
- wash temp
- disinfection temp
- cycle duration
- was detergent added
- did machine indicate cycle complete
What information should be included in a fault register?
- did any faults occur
- if yes, describe fault
- corrective action
- did cycle complete successfully
It is necessary to carry out parametric release of loads that have been processed. This applies to all instruments processed. What does this mean from SHTM?
Parametric release is defined as the release of a batch of sterilized items based on data from the sterilisation process. All parameters within the process have to be met before the batch can be released for use.
How often should a full ACT be carried out for sterilisation equipment?
weekly bases
what information should be collected during an ACT for a steriliser?
- temperature at each stage
- pressure at each stage
- date
- time
- cycle number
- operator
Where should data be recorded for each piece of equipment?
A dedicated logbook
why are accurate records on decontamination equipment valuable?
You may have a patient complaining about a post-procedural infection
- you can trace the instruments used & how they were processed
