Hydrogen Peroxide (H 2 O 2) breaks down to H 2 O + O or water + a single highly reative oxygen molecule. Ozone =O 3 which breaksdown to O 2 + O. It is this single oxygen molecule that reacts with pathogens.
Then make a separate determination of whether it is related to a medical device. The stage of MDR pressure injuries varies. 1 In one study, 35% of MDR pressure injuries were Stage 1, 32% were Stage 2, 3% were Stage 3 or Stage 4, 24% were unstageable, and 6% were DTPI. 2
protective equipment (PPE) (e.g. gowns, gloves and facial protection) while reprocessing medical devices. 8. At least one dedicated sink or hand hygiene station must be present in the reprocessing area. Reprocessing Critical & Semi-Critical Equipment - A Physician Tool Kit - 5