The physical structure of endoscopy units: the reality of reprocessing
Journal Title: Revista Eletronica de Enfermagem - Year 2012, Vol 14, Issue 1
Abstract
This descriptive study was performed at several digestive endoscopy units in 2007, with the objective to analyze the physical structure of the area devoted to endoscope reprocessing at units located in Goiânia-GO. The data were obtained through direct observation of the physical structure and the material resources of the endoscope reprocessing area and recording these characteristics on a checklist. Most (95.0%) endoscopy units have an inadequate reprocessing flow. It was observed that the reprocessing areas had structural deficiencies in terms of the type of wall covering, floor tiles, continuous ceilings, the presence of a sink for hand washing, no exhaust fans and compressed air outlets. In conclusion, the identified structural deficiencies increase the chemical and biological risk for professionals and clients, and may also compromise the adequacy of endoscope reprocessing.
Authors and Affiliations
Jackeline Barbosa, Adenícia Souza, Luana Ribeiro, Heliny Neves, Francine Pires, Anaclara Tipple
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