What Steps Should Be Taken After Stopping Equipment Use?
After deciding to stop using a piece of equipment, nurses should follow these steps:
1. Inform Relevant Personnel: Alert the healthcare team, including supervisors and biomedical engineering staff. 2. Document the Incident: Record the reason for stopping the equipment use in the patient's medical record and any incident report forms. 3. Assess the Patient: Conduct a thorough assessment of the patient to ensure there has been no harm and to determine alternative management. 4. Remove and Isolate Equipment: Ensure the equipment is removed from the patient area and properly labeled as faulty or out of service.
