Most Autoclaves Must Reach a Certain Temperature and Pressure to Complete

question 34

Multiple Choice

Most autoclaves must reach a certain temperature and pressure to complete the sterilization process. If the temperature must reach 250° to 270°Fahrenheit, what must the pressure range be?

• A) 15 to 30 pounds of pressure
• B) 20 to 35 pounds of pressure
• C) 10 to 20 pounds of pressure
• D) 25 to 40 pounds of pressure
• E) 30 to 45 pounds of pressure

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