What Is the Rationale for the Pre-Cleaning Step as Part

question 30

Multiple Choice

What is the rationale for the pre-cleaning step as part of instrument processing?

• A)To remove as much of the bioburden as possible to give the sterilization step the best chance to work
• B)To help ensure the proper functioning of the instruments after instrument processing
• C)To help maintain sterility of the instruments after instrument processing
• D)To facilitate the cleaning process by keeping the debris on the instruments from drying

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