What Should be Done in Case of Sterilization Failure?
If a sterilization failure is detected, immediate actions include:
- Quarantine: Isolating the potentially contaminated instruments. - Re-sterilization: Running the instruments through the sterilization process again. - Investigation: Identifying the cause of failure, whether it be equipment malfunction, human error, or procedural issues. - Documentation: Recording the incident and corrective actions taken to prevent future occurrences.
