If You Had a Pressure Gauge Calibrated in Psi That

question 44

Multiple Choice

If you had a pressure gauge calibrated in psi that was subject only to atmospheric pressure,what would be displayed on its scale at sea level?

• A) zero
• B) 14.7
• C) 29.8
• D) 101.3

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Definitions:

Autoclave

A device used to sterilize equipment and supplies by subjecting them to high-pressure saturated steam at a particular temperature for a specified period.

Wrapped Packs

Sterilized packages containing medical or surgical instruments and supplies, prepared for use in various procedures.

Steam Cycle

A process used in power generation where water is heated to produce steam, which then drives a turbine to generate electricity, followed by condensing the steam back into water to be reheated.

Autoclaved Load

Materials or instruments that have been sterilized in an autoclave, a pressurized steam sterilizer.