Demonstrate terminal disinfection.

Demonstration should include

  • terminal disinfection of ceilings, walls, floors, doors, and windows
  • an explanation of why end-of-day disinfection must be a more complete cleaning than end-of-case disinfection.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How are walls, ceilings, floors, doors, and windows disinfected? What equipment and products are needed?
  • Why must end-of-day disinfection involve a more complete cleaning than end-of-case disinfection? What additional procedures must be followed for the end-of-day disinfection process?
  • Who is responsible for terminal disinfection? Why?
  • When is it appropriate to terminally disinfect between cases?