12 Questions
How does a gravity displacement sterilizer operate?
By displacing air downward with steam
Why is it crucial for a gravity displacement sterilizer to remove all air from the chamber?
To prevent blockage and ensure proper sterilization
Which type of sterilizer pulls air from the chamber with vacuum force?
Dynamic air-removal (prevacuum)
In a gravity displacement sterilizer, how is air displaced from the chamber?
By displacing it downward with steam
Why are positive and negative pressure pulses used in a dynamic air-removal sterilizer?
To remove all air from the chamber
What happens as the pressure increases inside a dynamic air-removal sterilizer?
Steam temperature increases
What is the main purpose of chemical indicators in sterilization processes?
To ensure sterility is achieved
What distinguishes central processing technicians (CPTs) as a skilled profession in healthcare?
Expertise in materials management, decontamination, and sterilization
Which of the following items need to be sterile before use on a patient according to the text?
Vascular catheters
What distinguishes disinfection from sterilization in the context of medical equipment?
Effect on spores
Which method is used for decontamination of noncritical items according to the text?
Disinfection with isopropyl alcohol
How is sterilization monitored to ensure patient safety?
Chemical and biological methods
Learn about the operation principle of a gravity displacement sterilizer, which ensures that all surfaces of items are exposed to pressurized steam for sterilization by displacing air downward. Discover how the removal of air from the inner chamber is crucial for effective sterilization.
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