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LaDunn

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on: Jun 25, 2018
How does an autoclave sterilize?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

List the materials needed to prepare a specimen smear for microbiological examination.
 
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ErinKing

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The autoclave uses steam and pressure to sterilize items.

Answer to Question 2

glass slide, disposable glove, sterile water, specimen swabs, biohazard waste and sharp containers, if necessary


LaDunn

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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