Cleaning And Disinfection; Step 1: Cleaning - Hillrom ICU Prone Head Positioner Gebrauchsanweisung

Some fluids used in the hospital environment, such as iodophor and zinc oxide creams, can cause
permanent stains. Remove temporary stains by wiping vigorously with a lightly-dampened wiping
cloth.
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LEANING AND ISINFECTION
Cleaning and disinfection are distinctly different processes. Cleaning is the physical removal
of visible and non-visible soil and contaminants. Disinfection is intended to kill
microorganisms.
Table 1 below summarizes the approved cleaners/disinfectants for use with the associated contact time
for disinfection.
Cleaner/Disinfectant
Wex-Cide™ Germicidal Detergent
ready-to-use
Virex®II 256
OxyCide® Daily Disinfectant
Cleaner
Oxivir® Tb
Cavicide®
Clorox HealthCare® Bleach Germi-
cidal Cleaner ready-to-use
Clorox HealthCare® Bleach Germi-
cidal Wipes
*Bleach is not recommended as the primary cleaner/disinfectant.
Remove any disinfectant residue prior to and after the use of bleach with a new or clean
cloth/wipe soaked in tap water.
When you perform the detailed cleaning steps, please note the following:
• A reusable or disposable microfiber cloth or germicidal wipe is recommended as the wiping
cloth.
• Always replace the wiping cloth when visibly soiled.
• Always replace the wiping cloth between steps (spot clean, clean, and disinfect).
• Always use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Adjust the ICU Prone Head Positioner as needed for ease of cleaning and disinfection.

STEP 1: Cleaning

a. As necessary, first remove visible soil from the ICU Prone Head Positioner using a wiping cloth
soaked with an approved cleaner/disinfectant (see "Table 1: Approved Cleaners/Disinfectants"
on page 15).
• Give special attention to areas where soil may accumulate.
• A soft bristle brush may be used to loosen hardened soil.
• Use as many wiping cloths as needed to remove the soil.
ICU Prone Head Positioner Instructions for Use (773439 REV 2 DIR: 80027941 REV B)
Table 1: Approved Cleaners/Disinfectants
Recommended for
Routine Cleaning
and Disinfection
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No*
No*
Cleaning, Disinfecting and Maintenance
Recommended for
Maintain Wetness
Disinfection against
(Disinfection
Clostridium Difficile
Contact Time)
(C.Diff)
No 10 minutes
No 10 minutes
Yes 3 minutes
No 10 minutes
No 3 minutes
Yes 5 minutes
Yes 3 minutes
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