HVAC cleaning decontamination laryngoscopes ophthalmic instruments prion diseases.Ĭopyright © 2015 AORN, Inc. Allis forceps are toothed surgical instruments, used to grasp firm tissues (such as fascia). Perioperative RNs should review the complete guideline for additional information and for guidance when writing and updating policies and procedures. The key points address timely cleaning and decontamination of instruments after use appropriate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning parameters for the decontamination area processing of ophthalmic instruments and laryngoscopes and precautions to take with instruments used in cases of suspected prion disease. You can take all the tests as many times as you choose until you get an. This article focuses on key points of the guideline to help perioperative personnel implement appropriate instrument care protocols in their practice settings. Click on Check Answers and it will score your test and correct your answers.) (5. Merchandise Mart Plaza, chicago IL 60654. The updated AORN "Guideline for cleaning and care of surgical instruments" provides guidance on cleaning, decontaminating, transporting, inspecting, and storing instruments. Poll: How often is your tray missing an instrument Welsh Harris August 5, 2019. Atraumatic, has horizontal bars for grasping. Blunt tissue dissection and suture transfer around vessels, organs, and delicate masses. Traumatic, grasping w/ serrated jaws, tissue to be removed. Most importantly, proper cleaning and disinfection may prevent transmission of pathogenic organisms from a contaminated device to a patient or health care worker. Atraumatic, vascular occlusion, two bends in grasping portion.
Processing instruments in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions can help prevent damage and keep devices in good working order. Cleaning, decontaminating, and handling instructions for instruments vary widely based on the type of instrument and the manufacturer. SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS QUIZ STUDY PLAY Right Angle Clamp For tunneling under a vessel or passing a suture suture around tissue or vessel Glassman Clamp Used to clamp bowel Bulldog Clamp Used to clamp small blood vessels.