Why Should Heavy And/or Sharp Instruments Not Be Packaged in Paper

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why should heavy and/or sharp instruments not be packaged in paper bags for steam sterilization?

• A)These bags are too difficult to open after sterilization.
• B)The bags will get wet during sterilization, and the instruments may puncture the bag or the bag may easily tear.
• C)These bags are not good microbial barriers, so they give little protection to the instruments inside after sterilization.
• D)These bags cannot be adequately sealed before sterilization.

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