How to Clean Instruments With Sterile Water

When using medical equipment or instruments either at home or work that need to be sterilized for safety and decontamination, use a solution of sterile water to ensure that all bacteria and viruses are killed and eliminated from the instrument or tool. Using a mix of enzymatic detergent and sterile water can assist you in effectively cleaning and eliminating unwanted microbes from surgical and medical tools and equipment.

Things You'll Need

• Toothbrush
• Enzymatic detergent
• Sterile water
• Container
• Microfiber cloth

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Instructions

• 1

  Remove debris and residue from the instruments by rinsing them under sterile water and using a toothbrush or other scrubbing tool.

• 2

  Mix proper amounts of sterile water and enzymatic detergent in a clean container large enough to hold the instruments. The proper ratio of enzymatic detergent and sterile water will be determined by the manufacturer of the instrument -- make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions in regards to properly cleaning and sterilizing instruments. Enzymatic detergent and sterile water is an effective sterilization liquid used in homes, hospitals and medical facilities.

• 3

  Place the instruments in the container with the enzymatic detergent and sterile water formula. Make sure they are fully covered by the solution.

• 4

  Soak the tools in the solution for 20 minutes to effectively sterilize the instruments before reuse.