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Which method of sterilization is commonly used in the food industry?
Which method of sterilization is commonly used in the food industry?
- Chemical sterilization
- Autoclaving
- Heat sterilization
- Pasteurization (correct)
What is the minimum temperature required for pasteurization to effectively kill microorganisms?
What is the minimum temperature required for pasteurization to effectively kill microorganisms?
- 100 degrees
- 120 degrees
- 140 degrees (correct)
- 160 degrees
Which method of sterilization is more effective in destroying all microorganisms and spores?
Which method of sterilization is more effective in destroying all microorganisms and spores?
- Pasteurization
- Autoclaving (correct)
- Chemical sterilization
- Heat sterilization
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
Which type of autoclave is good at sterilizing surgical equipment but may not have a drying cycle?
Which type of autoclave is good at sterilizing surgical equipment but may not have a drying cycle?
What is the main disadvantage of pasteurization compared to autoclaving?
What is the main disadvantage of pasteurization compared to autoclaving?
What is the purpose of using heat, steam, and pressure in autoclaving?
What is the purpose of using heat, steam, and pressure in autoclaving?
Which method of sterilization is highly toxic and requires strict controls?
Which method of sterilization is highly toxic and requires strict controls?
What happens when steam condensates on the surgical kits?
What happens when steam condensates on the surgical kits?
What is the purpose of a drying system in the sterilization process?
What is the purpose of a drying system in the sterilization process?
Which monitoring method can be used to check if sterilization has occurred based on temperature?
Which monitoring method can be used to check if sterilization has occurred based on temperature?
What should be done to instruments with a working bar, such as scissors, prior to sterilization?
What should be done to instruments with a working bar, such as scissors, prior to sterilization?
How long is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
How long is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
What is the purpose of covering sharp ends and wrapping surgical kits in a water resistant shroud?
What is the purpose of covering sharp ends and wrapping surgical kits in a water resistant shroud?
What is the cycle time range for gas sterilization with ethylene oxide?
What is the cycle time range for gas sterilization with ethylene oxide?
Which method of sterilization is commonly used in the food industry?
Which method of sterilization is commonly used in the food industry?
What is the minimum temperature required for pasteurization to effectively kill microorganisms?
What is the minimum temperature required for pasteurization to effectively kill microorganisms?
Which method of sterilization is more effective in destroying all microorganisms and spores?
Which method of sterilization is more effective in destroying all microorganisms and spores?
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
What is the main disadvantage of pasteurization compared to autoclaving?
What is the main disadvantage of pasteurization compared to autoclaving?
Which type of autoclave is good at sterilizing surgical equipment but may not have a drying cycle?
Which type of autoclave is good at sterilizing surgical equipment but may not have a drying cycle?
What inhibits sterilization if air is left in the chamber during autoclaving?
What inhibits sterilization if air is left in the chamber during autoclaving?
Which method of sterilization is commonly used for large scale practices using endoscopes?
Which method of sterilization is commonly used for large scale practices using endoscopes?
What happens when steam condensates on the surgical kits during sterilization?
What happens when steam condensates on the surgical kits during sterilization?
What is the purpose of covering sharp ends and wrapping surgical kits in a water resistant shroud?
What is the purpose of covering sharp ends and wrapping surgical kits in a water resistant shroud?
What is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
What is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
What is the purpose of using heat, steam, and pressure in autoclaving?
What is the purpose of using heat, steam, and pressure in autoclaving?
Which method of sterilization is highly toxic and requires strict controls?
Which method of sterilization is highly toxic and requires strict controls?
What should be done to instruments with a working bar, such as scissors, prior to sterilization?
What should be done to instruments with a working bar, such as scissors, prior to sterilization?
Which monitoring method can be used to check if sterilization has occurred based on temperature?
Which monitoring method can be used to check if sterilization has occurred based on temperature?
What is the purpose of a drying system in the sterilization process?
What is the purpose of a drying system in the sterilization process?
What should be done to instruments with a working bar, such as scissors, prior to sterilization?
What should be done to instruments with a working bar, such as scissors, prior to sterilization?
What is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
What is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
What is the purpose of covering sharp ends and wrapping surgical kits in a water resistant shroud?
What is the purpose of covering sharp ends and wrapping surgical kits in a water resistant shroud?
Which method of sterilization is commonly used for large scale practices using endoscopes?
Which method of sterilization is commonly used for large scale practices using endoscopes?
What is the purpose of pasteurization in the food industry?
What is the purpose of pasteurization in the food industry?
What are the advantages of using an autoclave for sterilization?
What are the advantages of using an autoclave for sterilization?
What is the difference between heat sterilization and chemical sterilization?
What is the difference between heat sterilization and chemical sterilization?
What is the function of a drying cycle in an autoclave?
What is the function of a drying cycle in an autoclave?
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
What is the purpose of a drying system in the sterilization process?
What is the purpose of a drying system in the sterilization process?
How should surgical implements be prepared for sterilization?
How should surgical implements be prepared for sterilization?
What are some methods for monitoring the effectiveness of sterilization?
What are some methods for monitoring the effectiveness of sterilization?
How should sterile supplies be labeled and stored?
How should sterile supplies be labeled and stored?
What is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
What is the recommended storage time for autoclaved items?
What is the purpose of pasteurization?
What is the purpose of pasteurization?
What temperature is needed for pasteurization to effectively kill microorganisms?
What temperature is needed for pasteurization to effectively kill microorganisms?
Why is pasteurization not effective against spore creating bacteria?
Why is pasteurization not effective against spore creating bacteria?
What is the main advantage of sterilization using steam?
What is the main advantage of sterilization using steam?
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
What is the recommended temperature and time for sterilization in an autoclave?
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