Effects of Disinfectant Wipes on Sensitive Healthcare Surfaces

Studies have shown that environmental surfaces serve as a route for transmission of pathogens; however, proper disinfection protocols are lacking to address sensitive surfaces and equipment that can be permanently damaged by common disinfectants in use in healthcare environments. In this study, we tested commercially available disinfectant wipes on various surfaces, including point-of-care touch screens, bedding material and keyboards to examine antimicrobial efficacy as well as any damaging effects.