S2/S2BW
Digital Color Doppler Ultrasound System
3) Users should be aware of latex-sensitivity issues and have available nonlatex-containing barriers.
4. ASEPTIC TECHNIQUE
1.
For the protection of the patient and the health care worker, all endocavitary examinations should be
performed by the operator wearing gloves properly throughout the ultrasound diagnostic process.
2.
Gloves should be used to remove the condom or other barrier from the transducer and to wash the
transducer as mentioned above.
3.
As the probe sheath is removed, care should be taken not to contaminate the probe with secretions
from the patient. At the completion of the procedure, hands should be thoroughly washed with soap
and water.
Note:
•
Obvious rupture in condom integrity does NOT require modification of this proto-
col.
•
These guidelines take into account possible probe contamination due to ruptures
in the barrier sheath.
•
In summary, high level disinfection of the endocavity probes should be carried out
routinely. Protective barrier is required for every examination to avoid potential
disease transmission.
•
For all chemical disinfectants, PRECAUTIONS must be taken to protect workers
and patients from the toxicity of the disinfectant.
Reference:
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http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/hip/sterile/sterilgp.htm (5-2003).
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Claims for Processing Reusable Medical and Dental Devices, March 2003.
http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/ode/germlab.html (5-2003).
Attention!
•
These transducers are not designed to withstand thermal disinfection. Exposure to tempera-
tures higher than
◦
C (
◦
F) will cause permanent damage.
• Do not immerse the probe beyond its binding line.
• To clean the transducer, refer to the relevant instructions in the probe’s manual.
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