The Purpose of Wrapping Articles Before They Are Sterilized in the Autoclave

question 12

Multiple Choice

The purpose of wrapping articles before they are sterilized in the autoclave is to

• A)permit better steam penetration during autoclaving.
• B)protect the articles from recontamination after autoclaving.
• C)ensure complete destruction of all pathogens.
• D)protect the articles from damage.
• E)do all of the above.

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Definitions:

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