Table 1.

Example POCUS device cleaning checklist in suspected or confirmed COVID-19

1	Review PPE precautions Plan scans to minimize time and risk Remove excess items from machine before entering room Mask patient (institution specific)
2	After scan: inspect and wipe probe/device wearing PPE
3	Initial cleaning in patient's room
4	Push machine out of room while doffing gown Sanitize hands, new gloves, keep mask and face shield on
5	Reinspect machine and perform low-level disinfection cleaning with appropriate agent using product recommended wet time (usually 2 min), allow dry time Remove other PPE Remove gloves, sanitize hands again Record personnel, document scan
Other considerations
6	Consider using aliquot or single-use gel packets
7	Consider probe/device covers (institution specific)
8	Consider dedicating machine to unit (institution specific)
9	Hold in-service for users, share knowledge
10	Periodically review institutional and society guidance