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What is a crucial step in ensuring the sterility of surgical instruments packaged in peel-apart pouches?
What is a crucial step in ensuring the sterility of surgical instruments packaged in peel-apart pouches?
- Cleaning the pouches between uses
- Sterilizing the pouches before packing the instruments
- Sealing the pouches with heat or autoclave tape (correct)
- Autoclaving the pouches with instruments inside
What advantage does the see-through peel packaging offer?
What advantage does the see-through peel packaging offer?
- Reduced risk of instrument contamination
- Faster packaging and sealing
- Increased storage capacity
- Easier identification of packed devices (correct)
What is a potential risk associated with using containers for packaging surgical instruments?
What is a potential risk associated with using containers for packaging surgical instruments?
- Containers may not be compatible with certain sterilization methods
- Instruments may be damaged during autoclaving
- Containers cannot be cleaned between uses
- Filter dislodge leading to instrument contamination (correct)
What is a characteristic of self-sealing pouches?
What is a characteristic of self-sealing pouches?
What is a benefit of using pouches and reels for packaging surgical instruments?
What is a benefit of using pouches and reels for packaging surgical instruments?
What is an ergonomics challenge associated with using containers for packaging surgical instruments?
What is an ergonomics challenge associated with using containers for packaging surgical instruments?
What is the primary concern when sealing Tyvek or medical grade paper pouches?
What is the primary concern when sealing Tyvek or medical grade paper pouches?
Why is it important to avoid folding the inner pouch during packaging?
Why is it important to avoid folding the inner pouch during packaging?
What is the purpose of including the sterilizer number and used cycle on the package label?
What is the purpose of including the sterilizer number and used cycle on the package label?
What is the recommended method for labeling packages with sterilization information?
What is the recommended method for labeling packages with sterilization information?
Why is it necessary to include the package contents on the label?
Why is it necessary to include the package contents on the label?
What is the primary purpose of using wicking material when processing metal basins?
What is the primary purpose of using wicking material when processing metal basins?
What is the recommended size difference between multiple metal basins to prevent condensation accumulation?
What is the recommended size difference between multiple metal basins to prevent condensation accumulation?
What is the primary consideration when choosing a packaging material for sterilization?
What is the primary consideration when choosing a packaging material for sterilization?
What is the purpose of inspecting each individual device for cleanliness and functionality after washing?
What is the purpose of inspecting each individual device for cleanliness and functionality after washing?
What is the primary benefit of assembling devices that were disassembled for washing?
What is the primary benefit of assembling devices that were disassembled for washing?
What is the primary purpose of laying out the tray in a manner that ensures good presentation of the devices?
What is the primary purpose of laying out the tray in a manner that ensures good presentation of the devices?
