INSTRUMENT CARE
S A S Industries Proper care and maintenance of medical
instruments are crucial for ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatments
1. Cleaning and Sterilization:
o Thoroughly clean instruments after each use to
prevent contamination.
o Sterilize instruments using appropriate
methods (e.g., autoclaving, chemical disinfection) to ensure patient safety.
Quality Control:
Implement quality
control processes to verify instrument accuracy.
Regularly inspect
instruments for signs of wear, rust, or malfunction.
Sterile Barriers:
·
The sterile barrier
system is critical. It’s the first line of defense against contaminants and
pathogens.
·
Packaging layers
include primary (direct contact), secondary (extra protection), and tertiary
(bulk shipping/storage).