Revision Flashcards
what is the layout of the LDU
wash hand basin
dirty instrument set down
washing instrument sink
ultrasonic cleaner
rinsing sink
washer disinfector
inspection
handpiece lubrication
package
steriliser
cool and dispatch
what is the instrument life cycle diagram
cleaning
disinfection
inspection
packaging
sterilisation
transport
storage
use
transport
what methods are used for process verification
bowie dick test pack
helix device
cleaning efficacy - soil test and residual protein test
what is in the ACT for washer disinfector
cycle number
cycle selected
disinfection temperature mid hold
disinfection hold time min sec
cycle complete indication
result of test
certified fit for use
what are the instruments transported in
durable
leak proof
rigid sided
colour coded
tight fitting lid
what does cleaning do
remove biological matter
minimise cross contamination
biological substances prevent steam contact
reduces risk when handling instruments
what are the WD daily tests
check spray arms
check filter
check door seal
verify chemical level
verify load carrier
record cycle data
what are the cycle specifics for the WD
flush
wash
rinse
thermal disinfection
drying
what does flush do
remove gross contamination
what does wash do
remove biological matter
what does rinse do
remove residue
what is used for inspection
illuminated magnifier
what chemicals can be used for manual washing
pH neutral or enzyme detergent
what are the issues with manual cleaning
splashing
cross-contamination
sharps injuries
human error
what is the sterilisation temperature
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