Modifying sterilization processes

Use this procedure to modify a sterilization process.

To modify sterilization processes

  1. Select SIM Configuration in the Surgical Instrument Management menu.
  2. Select Sterilization> Processes in the Configuration page.

    The Search Sterilization Process page displays.

  3. Click Modify Sterilization Process.

    TThe Modify Sterilization Process page displays.

  4. Specify the process description in the text box.
  5. If cycle number is required, select to Require Cycle Number on load.
  6. Select a stage and click Add Stage to add stage to process.
  7. To remove a stage, select a stage and click Delete.
    Note: 

    Deleting a stage is allowed if it was not used in any transaction.

  8. Add another sterilization parameter/test, if needed.
  9. Click Copy Parameter/Test to copy parameters or tests from other stages for the stage added in previous step.
  10. To remove a parameter or test, select one or more parameter or test and click Delete.
    Note: 

    Deleting a parameter or test is allowed if it was not used in any transaction.

  11. Add another sterilization stage, if needed.
  12. Specify this information.
    Expected Result

    Select to display the planned conclusion of the sterilization process.

    Display at Load Setup

    Select the display field to use for the process.

    Comment

    Specify supplementary information for the process.

  13. Click Sort to initiate drag and drop actions that will change the sequence of a stage or stages within the process.
  14. Clear Draft to finalize a sterilization process. If process is saved as Draft, it will not be available for selection in Create Sterilization Load.
  15. Click Save to save the sterilization process.
  16. Click Return to List to return to the Search Sterilization Process.