HOSPITAL HOUSE-KEEPING

PRESENTED BY:MR. M. Shivanandha Reddy

Definition:

House keeping is defined as the provision for a clean, comfortable and safe environment for the in-mates of that particular area.

• Housekeeping department, is a unit of a hospital staff responsible for cleaning the hospital premises and furnishings, including controlling pathogenic organisms.

Objectives /Goals:1) To leave a clean polished surface where possible, so

that dirt may not be accumulated.2) To remove all dust, dirt and breeding places of

micro – organisms with the least disturbance to the patient.

3) To prolong the life of the articles.4) To keep the articles in such a condition that they

are ready for use at any time.5. To maintain the aesthetic factors.

Components Of House Keeping• Adequate water supply• Clean & appealing toilets• Sanitation & cleanliness• Proper disposal of BMW• Hospital infection control• Pest and rodent control• Odor control• Appealing interior & lighting

Principles And Guidelines Of Good House Keeping

1) The dusting can be done best by a damp duster or by an oiled cloth. A dry duster scatters the dust.

2) Dusting is done after sweeping and not before

3) Soap and water are used for cleaning.4) Friction aids in mechanical cleaning. Use

brush when cleaning a grooved surface..

5) Abrasives are harmful to the painted and polished surface

6) Albuminous materials (e.g., body discharges) are coagulated by the heat. So, it should be removed with cold water

7) Bacteria grow in dark, moist and unclean places8) Exposure to sunlight destroys some bacteria

9) Disinfection by chemicals depends upon the cleanliness of the article, the strength of the disinfectant and the length of exposure.

10) Effective sterilization depends upon the cleanliness of the articles, the degree of heat and the length of exposure

11) Heat, chemicals, abrasives and solvents are harmful to some materials.

12) Choosing the correct and the simplest method of cleaning, saves time, material and energy

13) Equipment suitable for the purpose for which it is used and in good condition, conveniently located and arranged, saves time material and energy.

14) The cleaning articles are stored in a place only for that purpose. Leave the unit neat and tidy always

CARE OF RUBBER GOODS

The rubber goods in common use are :• Mackintosh• Aircushions• Hot water bottles• Ice caps• Rubber tubes and catheters• Gloves• Rubber beds / air beds/ air mattress.

Principles of care:• Natural and synthetic rubber deteriorate with age,

exposure to heat, light, moistures and by chemicals.

• They should not be folded. Avoid exposure to sunlight.

• Rubber good should never be dried by artificial heat, nor by contact with the radiator or stove.

• It should be free from Greece and acids.

• If autoclaving is used, short periods of exposure are recommended (10-15 minutes).

• They should not be pressed out of shape by any weight.

• Should not be tied in knots• Should not be hung on hook or nails

Cleaning of rubber mackintosh:1) Spread the mackintosh on the table or a flat

surface and wet it with cold water2) Rub the upper surface with soap and water using

a clean cloth or towel.3) Turn the other side and repeat the same process.4)Wash both the surfaces under running water5) If strains are present to be removed.

5) For disinfection use Lyzol Or Dettol 1:406) Hang them on a horizontal cylindrical pole

under shade7) If Both surfaces absolutely dry powder them.8) Store them flat or rolled, never folded.9) Store them in a dark cool place.

Care of Rubber Gloves:1) It is desired that the wearer of the gloves should

wash them on their hands just before they are removed to prevent adherence of blood.

2) After removing from the hands, they are washed with soap and cold water, first on the outside then invert and repeat on the inside.

3) Rinse well with water both inside and outside4) Holes and tears are discovered by submerging the

glove filled with air in the water. separate the torn gloves.

5) Hang them to dry.6) When out side is dry Turn inside out and dry7) When both sides are dry, powdered inside and

outside and packed in pairs of the same size , right and left gloves in a pair.

8) Steam under pressure is the best method of sterilizing gloves. the pressure should be kept minimum to avoid melting.

Care of Rubber Tubes(catheters, rectal tubes, flatus tubes, ryles tubes, infusion sets)

1) After use, wash them under running water2) A small quantity of organic matter may be

lodged at the eye end. Remove them using a swab stick

3) Clean them with the soap and warm water4) Wash them again under running water

5) Boile the tubes for 5 minutes by putting them in the boiled water.

6) Dry it by hanging7) When dried, powdered and store them in air

tight container, lengthwise.8) Re boil or autoclave them before use.

Care Of Air Cushion & Rubber Bed / Air Mattress

• To clean the air cushion and air bed, don’t pour water into them. It is sufficient to clean the outside.

• During cleaning it should not be filled with air, as air filled items can crack easily by pressure.

• The valves of the air cushions or air beds should never be immersed in water, as it makes them rusted and damage the item.

• Store them after slightly inflating them to avoid the sticking of two surfaces.

Care Of Hot Water Bottle & Ice Cap

• Empty the contents immediately after use.• Wash and dry as of the other rubber goods.• Hang the bags upside down to drain the water.• The ice caps which can not be hung are dried

with a piece of cloth.• When the bags are completely dried , inflate

them with air and store in a cool, dry area.