Cleaning & Disinfection of Medical Devices and Equipment (Enhabit 2024)

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Satisfactory completion requirements: All disciplines must complete learning assessments to be awarded credit, no minimum score required unless otherwise specified within the course.

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This course provides an overview of the cleaning and disinfection process used for medical devices and equipment in a healthcare facility. It covers basic information about pathogens common in the healthcare environment, the Spaulding Classification system and defines the terms, cleaning, disinfection and sterilization. The course also outlines how devices and equipment are reprocessed, as well as labeling and handling best practices. Finally, the course includes a brief discussion of medical devices in the home and some considerations to discuss with patients or caregivers.

This course meets the regulatory standards outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1030

Last Updated: September 7, 2023
Publication Year: 2022
Runtime: 20 minutes

Reviewed and approved by
Nancy Allen, BSN, RNC, CMC

NOTE: This course is not a substitute for legal advice for any individual provider or situation. Always consult your company's legal or compliance personnel with any questions or concerns related to this subject matter.