Sterilization Methods and Technologies

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What is a key advantage of using the plasma method for sterilization?

Ability to sterilize at high temperatures

Increased drying times for unwrapped instruments

Preservation of polymer integrity at low temperatures (correct)

Short exposure times at high temperatures

For wrapped instruments in a table-top gravity-displacement steam sterilizer, what is the exposure time required at 132°C (270°F)?

3 min

30 min

10 min

15 min (correct)

What is the recommended drying time for textiles/porous loads in a table-top gravity-displacement steam sterilizer at 134°C (273°F)?

3 min (correct)

99 min

20 min

30 min

What is the exposure time for unwrapped nonporous items, such as instruments, in a table-top dynamic-air-removal steam sterilizer at 135°C (275°F)?

4 min Signup and view all the answers

In immediate use or 'flash' sterilization, what is recommended regarding the storage of items after sterilization?

Items should be used immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is the exposure time required for wrapped instruments in a table-top dynamic-air-removal steam sterilizer at 121°C (250°F)?

20 min Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended exposure time for textiles/porous loads in a table-top dynamic-air-removal steam sterilizer at 132°C (270°F)?

20-60 min Signup and view all the answers

What potential hazard is associated with hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilization?

Staff exposure risk Signup and view all the answers

How does lumen length affect the effectiveness of Ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization?

Decreases effectiveness Signup and view all the answers

What is a drawback of vaporized hydrogen peroxide sterilization?

Requires special packaging material Signup and view all the answers

Which type of disinfection is Glutaraldehyde primarily used for?

High-level disinfection Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of using Phenolic for disinfection?

May cause tissue irritation Signup and view all the answers

Why can Glutaraldehyde not process cellulose materials?

Lack of penetration into cellulose Signup and view all the answers

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