Why Are Items Disinfected or Sterilized in Activated Glutaraldehyde Dried

question 32

Multiple Choice

Why are items disinfected or sterilized in activated glutaraldehyde dried prior to submersion?

• A) Moisture will prevent sterilant from reaching all surfaces.
• B) Moisture will create a toxic chemical reaction with sterilant.
• C) Moisture will cause air bubbles to form and prevent full contact.
• D) Moisture will eventually dilute the concentration to ineffective levels.

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