First step for a returned infusion pump
CRCST practice question · Patient Care Equipment & Distribution
An infusion pump is returned to sterile processing after use on a patient. What is the first step?
- A. Place it directly on the clean equipment shelf
- B. Spray it with water and let it air dry
- C. Clean and disinfect it according to the manufacturer's IFU before storing it
- D. Send it to the patient care unit that requests it next
Answer
C. Clean and disinfect it according to the manufacturer's IFU before storing it
Patient care equipment must be cleaned and disinfected using the products and methods listed in the manufacturer's IFU before being stored or reissued. Spraying with water could damage electronics and does not disinfect.
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