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how me a facility that didn't do its due diligence before
buying an instrument- washer, and I'll show you a bad case
of buyer's remorse. As a sterile processing consultant, I
see a lot of expensive eyesores. If you're in the market
for a new washer, or expect to be soon, here's some
advice to help make sure you don't end up regretting your decision.
Coming Clean on
Instrument Washers
Tips for buying the machine that's right for your facility.
Nancy Chobin, RN, CSPM Lebanon, N.J.
• ORDERLY PROCESS Typically, an enzyme soak and an ultrasonic cleaning precede a mechanical washing.
Pamela
Bevelhymer,
RN,
BSN
