Which of the Following Would Cause Incomplete Sterilization of an Autoclaved

question 106

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would cause incomplete sterilization of an autoclaved load?

• A) Temperature of 250\(\degree\)to 270\(\degree\)F
• B) 15 to 30 pounds of pressure in the chamber
• C) Steam temperature of 212\(\degree\)F
• D) Allowing the autoclave to cool before emptying
• E) Too short a time period

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