6.3
Chemical Disinfection of Endoscopic Ultrasonic Probe
(1) Attach the connector cap to the probe
connector.
(2) Fill a clean basin with a lid with disinfectant
solution at the temperature and concentration
recommended by the disinfectant solution's
manufacturer.
(3) Fully immerse the endoscopic ultrasonic probe
in disinfectant solution.
[Note]
Perform all disinfecting steps while the
endoscopic ultrasonic probe is fully immersed
in disinfectant solution.
(4) Wipe the external surface (insertion portion,
boot, probe connector, end holder and
connector cap) of the endoscopic ultrasonic
probe with sterile gauze in disinfectant solution
to remove air bubbles completely.
(5) Wipe the probe connector with sterile gauze
saturated with disinfectant solution 3 times
while rotating back and forth the probe
connector.
[Note]
Ensure the connector cap is securely attached
and is not loosened when wiping the probe
connector.
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