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What is the mechanism by which moist heat kills microorganisms?
What is the mechanism by which moist heat kills microorganisms?
- Coagulation of enzymes and proteins (correct)
- Disruption of cell membranes
- Denaturation of proteins
- Dehydration of cells
What type of materials can be sterilized using an autoclave?
What type of materials can be sterilized using an autoclave?
- Culture media, rubber gloves, and ophthalmic solutions
- Surgical instruments, dressings, and bed linen
- Parenteral products, respirator parts, and bacterial culture media
- All of the above (correct)
What is the purpose of the Chick Martin test?
What is the purpose of the Chick Martin test?
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a disinfectant in the presence of organic matter (correct)
- To determine the shelf life of a disinfectant
- To compare the efficacy of different disinfectants
- To test the potency of disinfectants
What is the Kelsey-Sykes test used for?
What is the Kelsey-Sykes test used for?
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What is the purpose of the Kelsey-Maurer test?
What is the purpose of the Kelsey-Maurer test?
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What is the recommended method for sterilizing parenteral products?
What is the recommended method for sterilizing parenteral products?
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What is the recommended method for sterilizing ophthalmic solutions?
What is the recommended method for sterilizing ophthalmic solutions?
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What is the purpose of sterilization in an autoclave?
What is the purpose of sterilization in an autoclave?
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What is the advantage of using moist heat for sterilization?
What is the advantage of using moist heat for sterilization?
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What is the primary advantage of using autoclaving for sterilization?
What is the primary advantage of using autoclaving for sterilization?
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