Where Should the Biological Test Pack Be Placed on the Steam

question 3

Multiple Choice

Where should the biological test pack be placed on the steam sterilization cart for the first run of the day?

• A) top rack, back of sterilizer, under the injection valve
• B) bottom rack, back of sterilizer, under the injection valve
• C) top rack, front of sterilizer, over the drain
• D) bottom rack, front of sterilizer, over the drain

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Definitions:

COPD

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Legionnaire's Disease

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Pleurisy

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Residual Volume

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