The Purpose of Wrapping Articles Before They Are Sterilized in the Autoclave

question 29

Multiple Choice

The purpose of wrapping articles before they are sterilized in the autoclave is to

• A) permit better steam penetration during autoclaving.
• B) protect the articles from recontamination after autoclaving.
• C) ensure complete destruction of all pathogens.
• D) protect the articles from damage.
• E) All of the above

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