DISINFECTION OF THE PATIENT UNIT

DISINFECTION OF THE UNIT

UPDATED 2024

Disinfectants defined as the agent or solutions used to kill or destroy the growth of microorganisms

Disinfectants are the agent that free from infection. The term is usually applied to a chemical or physical agents kills vegetative forms of microorganisms

Common Disinfectants Used

Dettol (chloroxylenol): 1:2 to 1:1000 strength
Hibitane (chlorhexidine): 1:100 strength
Eusol (sodium hypochlorite): 1: 80 strength
Lysol (cresol and soap solution): 1:40 strength
Savlon (0.3% chlorhexidine and 3% cetrimide) – 1:20
Phenol (carbolic acid) – 1:10 to 1:20 strength
Formalin (formaldehyde) 50 g/l liter of water
Betadine (iodine) – 1: 40 strength
H₂O₂(liberates O₂) – 1:80 strength

Dilution formula: the volume of stock solution to be used.

Formula: strength of lotion required/strength of stock solution (multiply) volume of solution required

Responsibilities of Nursing Personnel

To delegate the responsibilities to other
To supervise the ward cleanliness
To provide adequate supplies for cleaning
To make the patients environment safe
To replace or repair the damages article
To keep the environment pleasant to promote comfort of the patient
To maintain the unit attractive and free from physical, chemical and biological hazards

Environment Setting

Atmospheric: temperature of 20-22 degree celcius is considered comfortable
Humidity of 40 – 60 % is more suitable
The room should be well ventilated
Adequate and artificial light should be provided
Noise should be minimum as it interferes with the rest and sleep of the patient. Damp dusting is done to maintain the purity of air
Eliminate unpleasant odors by maintaining proper cleanliness
Provide good water supply
Sewage system must be in working order

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