Chapter 14:5 Sterilizing With an Autoclave
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Two types of autoclave indicators
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Autoclave tape and sensitivity marks
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Three rules that must be followed while loading an autoclave
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None of the items being sterilized should be touching Can not touch autoclave Place item on its side
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Why is it important to separate loads before sterilizing them in an autoclave?
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Different items requires different situations with the time, temperature, and pressure
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How do you determine the correct time and temperature for sterilizing different articles in the autoclave
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Check the directions on the autoclave
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Why do items have to be dry before being removed from an autoclave
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It can get contaminated (wet surfaces permit rapid infiltration of microorganisms)
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Where should sterilized items be stored?
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Clean, dust proof area
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How long do items remain sterile after autoclaving
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30 days
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The wrap on a sterile bowl is wet. What should you do?
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Put it back in the autoclave and rewrap
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What is the minimum temperature required for dry heat sterilization? What is the minimum time required for dry heat sterilization?
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320-350 F 60 minutes
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Two items for which dry heat sterilization is more effective
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Instruments that corrode and items that destroy moisture Knife blades or any instrument that may corrode
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