CPAP (RPA) - Intensive Care & Coordination Monitoring Unit

DISPOSAL OF EQUIPMENT:
• CPAP machine is wiped down with mild detergent
• The ventilation tubing, PEEP valve and humidifier chamber are disposable
• All rubber connectors, hard plastic connectors and heating wires are sent to CSSD for
sterilisation
• CPAP mask and straps are cleaned with mild detergent
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“Vital Signs” product information, 1992
Occupational Health and Safety: Universal precautions taken in the preparation, administration of drug and
disposal of equipment and sharps.
Cross Referenced: RPAH Occ. Health & Safety Manual and Infection Control Manual
NSW Infection Control Policy 98/99
Revised by: Marianne O’Reilly CNS May 2003
Reviewed by: Chanelle Innes CNC Cheryl Richards CNE
Authorised by: Dr. Richard Totaro May 2003
Revision: May 2005
With the introduction of Powerchart online ordering, a clinical agreement has been set up with the Director
of ICS and other Staff Specialists. Nursing Management, with the agreement of the hospital executive, have
made arrangement that allows all permanently employed RPAH Nursing Staff to place orders for a variety of
tests on their behalf. It is a Health Insurance Commission (HIC) directive that all orders placed by nursing
staff are countersigned by the responsible MO within 14 days.
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