Which Is a Requirement for the Time an Item Has

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which is a requirement for the time an item has to spend in the sterilization cycle?

• A) No more than two pieces of sterilization tape
• B) Increased exposure to bioburden
• C) Evacuation and dissipation of the sterilization agent
• D) Lack of biologic indicator

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