![]() ![]() Verify that the CAH is in compliance with ventilation requirements for patients with contagious airborne diseases, such as tuberculosis, patients receiving treatments with hazardous chemical, surgical areas, and other areas where hazardous materials are stored.Verify that all food and medication preparation areas are well lit.The CAH must ensure that an appropriate number of refrigerators and/or heating devices are provided and ensure that food and pharmaceuticals are stored properly and in accordance with nationally accepted guidelines (food) and manufacturer’s recommendations (pharmaceuticals). Acceptable standards such as from the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) or the American Institute of Architects ( AIA) should be incorporated into CAH policy. Each operating room should have separate temperature control. ![]() Excessive humidity in the operating room is conducive to bacterial growth and compromises the integrity of wrapped sterile instruments and supplies. Temperature, humidity and airflow in the operating rooms must be maintained within acceptable standards to inhibit bacterial growth and prevent infection, and promote patient comfort. There must be adequate lighting in all the patient care, food and medication preparation areas. Pharmaceutical preparation areas (hoods, cabinets, etc.) and.Isolation rooms and reverse isolation rooms (both must be in compliance with Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines such as OSHA, CDC, NIH, etc.).Locations where oxygen is transferred from one container to another.Areas using ethylene oxide, nitrous oxide, guteraldehydes, xylene, pentamidine, or other potentially hazardous substances.Interpretive Guidelines §485.623(b)(5) There must be proper ventilation in at least the following areas: C-0226 §485.623(b)(5) There is proper ventilation, lighting, and temperature control in all pharmaceutical, patient care, and food preparation areas. There is no evidence of peeling paint, visible water leaks, or plumbing problems. Equipment and supplies are stored in proper spaces, not in corridors. Clean and orderly means an uncluttered physical environment where patients and staff can function safely. ![]()
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