What is the common sterilization procedure for Hood Laboratories products?
A. Each facility is equipped with specific sterilizing methods and should follow their procedures as instructed by the department supervisor. The following sterilization procedures are applicable to Hood’s Otorhinolaryngology devices. STERILIZATION All Hood products should not be removed from the package until immediately prior to sterilization since the material will attract dust particles to its surface. Products should be washed with a non-detergent and should be thoroughly rinsed before sterilization. CAUTION: Products are for single patient use only and should not be resterilized. Pre-Sterilization Instructions: 1. Product package is not intended for sterilization. 2. Remove product from package. Using sterile gloves, clean product with a non-detergent (we recommend Ivory Snow Flakes). Do not use synthetic detergents or oily base soaps. Rinse using sterile water and pat dry with sterile towel. Standard Gravity Sterilizer: 1. Follow pre-sterilization instructions, above. 2. 30 minu
A. Each facility is equipped with specific sterilizing methods and should follow their procedures as instructed by the department supervisor. The following sterilization procedures are applicable to Hood’s Otorhinolaryngology devices. STERILIZATION SterilizationPreferred Sterilization ProcedureFollow Instructions Carefully The following sterilization procedures have been applicable to other Hood silicone devices and may be applied to the Hood Tracheal & Bronchial Stents. All Hood products should not be removed from the package until immediately prior to sterilization since the material will attract dust particles to its surface. Products should be washed with a non-detergent and should be thoroughly rinsed before sterilization. CAUTION: Products are for single patient use only and should not be resterilized.Pre-sterilization instructions: 1. Remove product from package. Using sterile gloves, clean product with a non-soap detergent. Do not use synthetic detergents or oily base soaps. Ri
