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Asepsis
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Where no living organisms or pathogens are present; no infectious material
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Bactericidal
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Destroys (kills) bacteria
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Antiseptic
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Chemical that inhibits or prevents the growth of microbes or living tissue
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Bacteriostatic
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Agent that inhibits the growth of bacteria
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Instrument care order (post surgery)
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Soak -> scrub -> ultrasonic cleaning -> milking -> sterilizing
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Gravity air displacement sterilization; requirements for sterility and what kills microbes
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250-275 degrees Fahrenheit; 15-27 psi; 9-15 minutes. Steam penetrates pack with forced pressure.
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Gravity air displacement sterilization; requirements for sterility and what kills microbes
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250-275 degrees Fahrenheit; 15-27 psi; 9-15 minutes. Steam penetrates pack with forced pressure.
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Instrument care order (post surgery)
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Soak -> scrub -> ultrasonic cleaning -> milking -> sterilizing
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Ethylene oxide (chemical gas)
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Irritates mucous membranes. Capable of killing all microorganisms. Time varies between 3-4 hours at room temperature. After sterilization materials should be placed in a well ventilated area for a MINIMUM of 24 hours. This method has fallen out of favor.
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