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Reusable Items in the Home - Policy

  • 1.  Reusable Items in the Home - Policy

    Posted 10-30-2023 04:30 PM

    Hello,

    I was wondering if any organizations had policies in place regarding reusable supplies in the home setting?  We have a policy that pertains to items that would typically be single use in the hospital, but are often re-used in the home setting such as tracheostomy ties, piston syringes, nebulizer set ups, tracheostomy collar masks, and several additional items.  I was attempting to update the policy but am having a difficult time as the IFU's (Instructions for use) typically do not provide cleaning instructions.  What do other organizations instruct their staff to do in these types of situations?

    Thanks

    Luke Vohsing

    Nationwide Children's Hospital Homecare

    Private Duty Nursing Manager



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    Luke Vohsing
    Private Duty Nursing Manager
    Nationwide Children's Hospital Homecare & Hospice
    Columbus OH
    +1 (614) 355-1100
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