A Quick Guide To Surface Wipes And Cleaners

In this article, we will be outlining correct cleaning practices, what cleaners to use and which surfaces you should be using them on.

 

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Disinfection Sprays and Disinfection Wipes

These are great for cleaning down surfaces such as couches, chairs, worktops and handles. However, due to their high water content, they should not be used on any sensitive equipment, for example ECG’s as the water can leak in, damage screens and corrode components – this type of damage is not covered by warranty.

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70% Alcohol Wipes

What should you use to clean your medical devices? We recommend that you use 70% alcohol surface cleaning wipes – these will not only kill all surface microorganisms, but the solution will evaporate quickly thus preventing compromise damage to the device.

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Chlorohexidine Wipes

These convenient sachets pack more than whiffy punch and should not be used on any medical devices. Designed to remove adhesives from skin, the chlorohexidine wipes works by breaking down molecular structures. By using these wipes on plastic and rubber surfaces, you’ll end up breaking down the material composition and your devices will subsequently become brittle and unserviceable. A common example of where this often occurs is on sphygs and blood pressure monitors.

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Well there we have it, a few basic tips to not only aid your best cleaning practices but to save you money as well.

So remember, disinfection wipes and sprays for patient contact surfaces, 70% alcohol wipes for medical devices and chlorhexidine wipes for skin use only.