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What is the main goal of sterilization?
What is the main goal of sterilization?
- To kill all microorganisms, including spores (correct)
- To reduce the number of microorganisms on an object
- To kill most microorganisms, but not spores
- To prevent the growth of bacteria on surfaces
When is disinfection typically used?
When is disinfection typically used?
- For penetrating sterile tissues and devices
- For surgical instruments and culture media
- For eliminating all types of microorganisms, including spores
- For non-critical medical items and surfaces (correct)
Which method is essential for sterilizing critical medical items and culture media?
Which method is essential for sterilizing critical medical items and culture media?
- Decontamination
- Sterilization (correct)
- Cleaning
- Disinfection
What best describes the purpose of cleaning in the context of sterilization and disinfection?
What best describes the purpose of cleaning in the context of sterilization and disinfection?
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What is the primary purpose of disinfection?
What is the primary purpose of disinfection?
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