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big1devin

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Which is the proper order of the steps involved in cleaning instruments after they are used?
 
  a. Washer-sterilizer, manual cleaning, sterilization
  b. Precleaning, washer-sterilizer, sterilization
  c. Disinfection, manual cleaning, washer-sterilizer
  d. Manual cleaning, sterilization, rinsing

Question 2

Which is one proper way to mark an instrument for identification before being put into service?
 
  a. Identification codes or numbers are etched into the instrument handle.
  b. Names or numbers are engraved in the handles or teeth.
  c. Numbers or codes can be imprinted with a laser onto an instrument.
  d. Names or numbers are carved into an instrument handle.



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Jbrasil

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Precleaning occurs first to remove gross blood or debris. The washer-sterilizer is used next after bioburden is removed; sterilization needs to occur next to prepare the instruments for their next use.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
New instruments may be marked with bar codes done with a laser when purchased. Some facilities use a special heat-stable tape to color code instruments by sets. This tape can withstand cleaning and sterilizing, but must be replaced if it starts to peel. The surface of the instrument should not be etched or engraved because these processes can destroy the surface and permit trapped microorganisms and spores.




big1devin

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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


bimper21

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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