Which Sterilization Method Presents the Greatest Exposure Risk to CSPD

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which sterilization method presents the greatest exposure risk to CSPD personnel, is expensive, and requires the longest total cycle time?

• A) ethylene oxide
• B) hydrogen peroxide gas plasma
• C) peracetic acid
• D) saturated steam under pressure

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