Infection control and personal protective equipment
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What is the primary purpose of using a tip protector?

  • To provide additional labeling space on the pouch
  • To ensure the item is visible through the pouch
  • To prevent instruments from puncturing the pouch during sterilization or handling (correct)
  • To facilitate air removal during the sterilization process
  • What is the correct method for creating a double pouch?

  • Place the item in a pouch and seal it, then tape the seams with sterilization tape
  • Place the item in a single pouch and seal it, then fold the pouch to create a double layer
  • Place the item in a small pouch, seal it, then place the small pouch in a larger pouch and seal it (correct)
  • Place the item in a large pouch and seal it, then place the sealed pouch in a smaller pouch
  • Why should you avoid folding the inner pouch?

  • To ensure the item is visible through the pouch
  • To prevent sterilant penetration and affect air removal (correct)
  • To facilitate sealing of the outer pouch
  • To prevent air removal from the pouch
  • What type of material requires a specific temperature for sealing?

    <p>Both medical grade paper pouch and Tyvek pouch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of labeling packages before sterilization?

    <p>To provide complete and accurate information to the end user</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information should be included on the package label?

    <p>Package contents, lot number, sterilization date, pack complete name, assembler/packager name, and requesting department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an acceptable method for labeling packages?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of including the sterilizer number and used cycle on the label?

    <p>To track the sterilization cycle for quality control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to use a proper pouch for aseptic presentation?

    <p>To prevent contamination of the item inside the pouch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using a double pouch?

    <p>To ensure aseptic presentation of the item inside the sterile field</p> Signup and view all the answers

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