Protocol for cleaning and storage of bowel washout equipment

Cleaning and storing cones

Guidelines  for nurses 

Bowel washout set: cone + bag + tub

A good maintenance of the washout set prolongs the life span of the material and avoids infections. 

• A bowel washout sets consists off

1. Cleaning after every use:
   • Clean all parts of the set after every use: wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly with water
   • Dry all parts thoroughly after every use
     
2.  Periodical cleaning
   • To avoid fungus, it is advised to clean the sets more thoroughly every month.
   • Use a solution of water with bleach/chlorine
   • Rinse with clean water and let dry thoroughly.