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Which of the following items require sterilization?
Which of the following items require sterilization?
- Stethoscope
- Culture media (correct)
- Surgical instruments
- Endoscopes
What is the primary purpose of sterilization?
What is the primary purpose of sterilization?
- To remove foreign material from medical devices
- To clean medical devices with water and soap
- To kill most microorganisms, but not spores
- To kill all microorganisms, including spores (correct)
What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?
What is the main difference between sterilization and disinfection?
- Sterilization kills all microorganisms, including spores, while disinfection kills most microorganisms except spores (correct)
- Sterilization removes foreign material from medical devices, while disinfection cleans with water and soap
- Sterilization uses 70% alcohol, while disinfection uses chemicals
- Sterilization involves mechanical cleaning, while disinfection involves ultrasonic cleaning
Which method of cleaning involves the use of water & soap, detergents or enzymatic products?
Which method of cleaning involves the use of water & soap, detergents or enzymatic products?
What is the primary purpose of cleaning in the decontamination process?
What is the primary purpose of cleaning in the decontamination process?
Which method of sterilization involves the use of an autoclave?
Which method of sterilization involves the use of an autoclave?
What is the primary difference between sterilization and disinfection?
What is the primary difference between sterilization and disinfection?
Which items require sterilization as per the information provided?
Which items require sterilization as per the information provided?
What is the purpose of cleaning in the decontamination process?
What is the purpose of cleaning in the decontamination process?
Which cleaning method involves mechanical cleaning by ultrasonic cleaners or washer-disinfectors?
Which cleaning method involves mechanical cleaning by ultrasonic cleaners or washer-disinfectors?
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