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misspop

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Noise in the OR should be kept as quite as possible. What are major sources of noise?
 
  a. High-pitched power instruments
  b. Noise from the front desk
  c. Laughing from the lounge
  d. Anesthetic gas

Question 2

Which chemical sterilizing agent is the least toxic but has fumes that can be irritating to the eyes, nose, and throat?
 
  a. Formaldehyde
  b. Ethylene oxide
  c. Glutaraldehyde
  d. Phenol



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sultana.d

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The OR should be as quite as possible except for team communication. Examples of noise come from monitors, instruments, suction, loud talking, music, paper, gloves, and high-pitched power instruments.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Glutaraldehyde is the least toxic sterilizing agent, but the fumes of the liquid form can be irritating to the eyes, nose, and throat. Contact dermatitis and hives also have been reported as side effects.




misspop

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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Excellent


6ana001

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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