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rayancarla1

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Like EO sterilization, hydrogen peroxide sterilization requires a lengthy aeration period.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

A sterilized peel-pack pouch is considered sterile for only 30 days once it has been sterilized.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Because the by-product of hydrogen peroxide sterilization is oxygen and water, no aeration is necessary.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
Sterility is event related; it is not time related unless the package contains unstable components such as drugs or chemicals.



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