Should reusable semicritical items be sterilized?
Is it acceptable to use manual methods for high-level disinfection of semicritical devices that have been manufacturer-validated for automated processing?
Is it acceptable to use manual methods for high-level disinfection of semicritical devices that have not been manufacturer-validated for automated processing?
How should endocavity ultrasound probes be processed?
Are there health hazards associated with the use of high-level disinfectants?
Are there specific locations where manual chemical high-level disinfection should be performed?
Do items being processed by manual chemical high-level disinfection need to be disassembled?
If the manufacturer's instructions for use prohibits immersing a portion of a semicritical device in the high-level disinfectant, how should the device be processed?
Is it acceptable to "top off" a container of activated high-level disinfectant solution? If acceptable, what is the best practice?
Do items being processed by manual chemical high-level disinfection need to be completely immersed?