Bracelet Tag Application, Removal, and Disinfection Guide
Bracelet Tag Application, Removal, and Disinfection Guide
Note: Applying a Bracelet Tag to a patient is done after the Tag’s battery is tested and after the Tag has been assigned to the patient.
For more information on Tag battery testing, see How to Store and Test a MyChild Security Tag. For more information on assigning a Tag to a patient, see Bracelet Tag Comprehensive Guide PowerPoint.
Bracelet Tag Application
- Feed the band through the two slots on the top of the tag (side with writing).
You may use any number of common bands.
- Fasten the band around the limb to form a loop.
- The Tag should be “just snug.” Verify that the band and Tag do not restrict the patient’s circulation or cause chafing.
- Trim the excess band material if desired.
- The Bracelet Tag can face either way. The benefit to having the top face up is you can view the Tag number.
- Use Surgilast, if desired, to keep Tag in place.
Bracelet Tag Removal
Note: Remove the Tag after discharging the patient in the MyChild software.
To remove the tag, cut the band with scissor and slide the band out of the tag.
Bracelet Tag Disinfection Recommendations
- Thoroughly clean Tag with disinfectant wipe. McRoberts uses SaniZide Pro 1 disinfectant wipes which are broad-spectrum, EPA-registered, hospital-grade surface disinfecting wipes that kill the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and meet OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requirements regarding bloodborne pathogens and personal protection.
- Use a small soft-bristled brush to scrub each tag with germicidal solution until there is no visible evidence of blood, body fluids, or material on the Tag. McRoberts uses SaniZide Pro 1, which is a broad-spectrum, EPA-registered, hospital-grade surface disinfectant that kills the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and meets OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requirements regarding bloodborne pathogens and personal protection.
- Spray each Tag continuously with germicidal solution to ensure a minimum of 1 minute “wet time” with the solution.
- Wipe dry with a disposable, lint-free towelette.
- Spray Tags with alcohol (70%) to remove any chemical residue.
- Wipe dry with a disposable, lint-free towelette. McRoberts uses Wypall towelettes.