Questions and Answers
Hand hygiene is indicated before and after any direct patient ______.
contact
A galipot with spirit lotion, such as ______, is required for carbolization of trolleys.
methylated spirit
After removing dirty linen, it should be soaked in the blue bucket of 0.19% ______ solution for 15 minutes.
chlorine
The procedure for cleaning the trolley includes using a deep cotton wool ______.
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The mattress should be folded over into half to mop the bed ______ and spring.
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Immediately after gloves are ______, hand hygiene should be performed.
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Trolleys should be cleaned in a ______ manner.
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Dirty linen must be placed in the ______ bin.
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After cleaning, the trolley should be left to ______.
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Once the bed and mattress are cleaned, they should be wheeled outside to ______.
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Study Notes
General Care of Ward Equipment
- Equipment care extends durability, prevents infection, and aids inventory management.
Classification/Types of Equipment
- Common materials used include stainless steel, rubber, wood, and linen.
Examples of Equipment
- Includes oxygen apparatus, suction machines, drainage bottles, entonox apparatus, drip stands, vacuum extractors, phototherapy machines, incubators, resuscitaires, oxygen concentrators, and breast pumps.
Care of Rubber
- Rubber Sheets (Mackintoshes): Clean with 0.5% chlorine solution, wash, rinse, dry away from heat, and lightly dust with powder.
- Hot Water Bottles and Ice Bags: Clean like rubber sheets, ensuring to dry the inside by hanging.
General Rubber Care Guidelines
- Inflate items to prevent sticking, store properly, and avoid sharp objects.
- Protect rubber from oil, grease, acids, and heat which can cause degradation.
- Soak in cold water periodically to maintain integrity, and dust with talcum powder before storage.
Care of Stainless Steel Equipment
- Decontaminate with 0.5% chlorine solution for 10 minutes.
- Clean thoroughly with soapy water, rinse well, and then autoclave.
Specific Care for Oxygen Apparatus
- Daily dusting of the concentrator is required, along with checking gauges and changing humidifier water as needed.
Care and Storage of Bed Appliances
- Bed frames are made of enamel steel or iron; appliances should never touch the floor to maintain cleanliness.
- Damp dust daily and thoroughly wash once a week.
Care and Storage of Linen
- Bed sheets and pillowcases: made from cotton or linen, washed in tepid water, sun dried, ironed, and stored properly.
- Draw-sheets: typically calico or thick cotton, absorbent, washed with boiling water.
- Blankets: Wool blankets fade; cellular blankets require frequent washing; mattresses are covered with washable materials.
Immediate Care for Stains on Linen
- Blood: Soak in chlorine solution and wash immediately.
- Medicine: Soak in water or spirit.
- Iodine: Wash promptly with hot water and soap.
- Fruits, Coffee, Tea: Soak in soapy water.
- Obstinate Stains: Use chlorine solution carefully, as strong bleaching can damage fabric.
Trolleys and Screens Maintenance
- Daily cleaning of trolleys and screens is essential.
- Weekly: clean trolley wheels and oil them to prevent stiffness.
Cupboards Maintenance
- Weekly cleaning and re-arranging of contents help maintain organization and hygiene.
Carbolization and Disinfection
- Carbolization: Prevents microbial multiplication; disinfectants destroy microorganisms in vegetative stages.
- Indicated for cleaning after patient discharge, especially in cases of death or infectious disease.
Requirements for Carbolization
- Essential tools include chlorine solution, mop stick, gloves, and a designated bin for soiled linen.
Hand Hygiene Standards
- Perform hand hygiene before and after patient contact, including after glove removal.
Carbolization Procedure for Trolleys
- Utilize spirit lotion with swabs to clean trolley surfaces in a stroke manner, allowing surfaces to dry afterward.
Standard Procedure for Bed Stripping
- Gather all articles by the bedside, wear gloves, strip the bed, and soak soiled linen in chlorine solution before laundry processing.
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This quiz covers essential practices for the general care of ward equipment as outlined in Chapter Two. It emphasizes the importance of prolonging durability, preventing infection spread, and managing inventory. The quiz also discusses classifications and examples of various types of medical equipment.
