Abstract

Cell phones are increasingly used in healthcare on a daily basis. However, development of protocols to ensure cleanliness of these devices has not kept pace. The most common method of disinfecting cell phones is the use of germicidal impregnated disposable wipes, though there are a number of limitations associated with this method. One acute care hospital, part of a multi-hospital system, embarked on a study to compare the efficacy, workflow, and staff satisfaction of germicidal wipes versus a novel UV-C light device, concluding that the UV-C device was superior.

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