Lesson 9 (Part 3) Flashcards

1
Q

What do you do once the disinfection is successful? (2)

A
  1. You remove the probe and wipe it with a dry single use cloth
  2. Visually inspect the probe
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2
Q

Why do you wipe the probe with a dry single use cloth?

A

To remove any residual peroxide

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3
Q

When do you remove your gloves when disinfecting the probe?

A

At the very end when you are done your manual inspection and dry wipe down

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4
Q

How do you dispose of the chemical indicator?

A

Put it in the garbage

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5
Q

Trophon sticker printer

A

A sticker automatically prints following a disinfection cycle

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6
Q

Where is the Trophon sticker printer located?

A

Right beside the Trophon EPR

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7
Q

What does the cartridge for the Trophon contain?

A

Hydrogen peroxide

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8
Q

What is hydrogen peroxide used for?

A

High level disinfecting

- HLD

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9
Q

How does the Trophon work?

A

A quantity controlled ultra fine hydrogen peroxide mist enters the chamber via side ports and gently swirls around to cover the entire surface of the probe and its handles

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10
Q

Why are free radicals bad?

A

Because they are unstable

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11
Q

When are 2 times you use ultra cleaning?

A
  1. When you are entering into a mucous membrane
  2. When you have reason to believe someone has something
    - people dont always tell the truth
    - people arent always clean
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