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

question 6

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) All of the above

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