What is needed to properly maintain equipment?
Equipment should be inspected prior to clinical use. Ongoing maintenance (e.g., quarterly leak checks) can be coordinated by the hospital biomedical department. Flowmeter checks are routinely performed per manufacturer guidelines. Most recommend monthly checks (e.g., non-rebreathing valve check, emergency air valve check). Appropriate function of the fail-safe valve is confirmed with each use. Equipment is cleaned per infection control departmental guidelines.
