Hoffrichter point 2 - Use of the Device by Several Patients

84 Cleaning and Disinfection
Use of the device by several patients
If the device is intended for use by more than one patient (e.g., when operated in clin-
ics), a suitable bacterial filter (e.g., Medisize Barr-vent S) must be used continuously
to protect the device from contamination by human pathogens. The bacterial filter
must be changed daily.
Risk of infection from germs!
• If the device is not continuously protected by a bacterial
filter, there is a risk of it being contaminated with human
pathogens. If the device is used on another patient, the
patient can be infected with these germs.
Ö Protect the device continuously with a bacterial filter.
Ö For each new patient clean and disinfect the device so
that it is free from human pathogens.
Ö If there is any doubt, always assume that the device is
contaminated, and hygienically prepare it according to
the hygiene concept.
Ö If contamination with multiresistant pathogens (e.g.
MRSA) is suspected, the device must be packaged, with
the appropriate labeling, and disinfected accordingly.
• Accessories and consumables (e.g., tubing, mask etc.) may
be contaminated with human pathogens. If these are used
on another patient, the patient can be infected with these
germs.
Ö Accessories and consumables designated for "single use”
must only be used once on one patient.
Ö Accessories and consumables designated for "single
patient use" must only be used on one patient and
must be cleaned as per the manufacturer's instructions.