Before Opening Any Sterilely Packaged Item, What Is MOST Important

question 4

Multiple Choice

Before opening any sterilely packaged item, what is MOST important to verify about the package?

• A) date sterilized
• B) integrity of package
• C) internal indicator/integrator
• D) sterilization cycle number

Recognize the importance of preoperative instructions regarding fasting, procedure time, and preparation.

Know general rules for cleaning and caring for surgical instruments to maintain their functionality and integrity.

Understand the significance of providing patients with written instructions and educational materials about surgical procedures and follow-up care.

Comprehend the terminology related to surgical procedures and instruments.

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Definitions:

Nondisjunction

An error in cell division where chromosomes do not separate properly, leading to gametes with an abnormal number of chromosomes.

Down Syndrome

A genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21, characterized by developmental and physical changes.

Meiosis

A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four haploid cells, each genetically distinct from the parent cell, essential for sexual reproduction.

Phenylketonuria

A genetic disorder characterized by the body's inability to break down the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to harmful accumulations.