Long-Term Care Survey Alert
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If your facility uses disinfectants on electronic patient care equipment or even computer stations with unsealed electronic components, beware.
The problems have involved infusion pumps, ventilators and patient-controlled analgesia pumps, among other equipment. The notification may also apply to "any equipment that has unsealed electronic circuitry or components, such as computer workstations, handheld devices and other monitoring equipment." To avoid hazards, the notice advises healthcare facilities to obtain the manufacturer's labeling for any warnings about wetting, immersing or soaking the equipment. And review the manufacturer's cleaning and maintenance instructions, and ensure all staff are trained and will follow these instructions. Read the advisory at http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/safety/103107-cleaners.html.
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