Author Question: A wet pack is acceptable to use as long as it is still sealed and has been sterilized. Indicate ... (Read 42 times)

yoooooman · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

A wet pack is acceptable to use as long as it is still sealed and has been sterilized.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Ethylene oxide (EO) is a chemical sterilant that does not kill spores.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

gstein359 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Unless a wrapper is completely impermeable to water, a pack should be considered unsterile and unacceptable for use if it is wet. Reprocessing is necessary for a wet package or a load with one or more wet packages.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
EO is a chemical alkylating agent that kills microorganisms (including spores) by interfering with the normal metabolism of protein and reproductive processes, resulting in cell death.