which type of sterilization is moist heat under pressure?
steam autoclaving
which sterilization method uses 250 degrees F, pressure 15 lbs for 15 minutes?
steam autoclave
what sterilization method is described as inexpensive, quick and economical?
steam autoclave
what are the disadvantages to steam autoclaving?
corrosive
not useful for oils or powders
what sterilization method uses oxidation?
dry heat
what sterilization method uses 320 degrees F for 2 hours?
dry heat
what are the disadvantages to dry heat?
time and high temp
t/f dry heat can be used for oils, powders and burs
true dat
what sterilization method is a combo of alcohols, formaldehyde, ketone water, acetone heated under pressure to produce a gas that is effective as a sterilizing agent?
chemical vapor sterilizer
which type of sterilization uses tep of 260-270 under 20-40 lbs of pressure for 20 minutes?
chemical vapor sterilizer
what are the advantages to chemical sterilizer?
corrosion free
short time
easy to use
what are three types of sterilization indicators?
external chemical indicator
internal chemical indicator
biologic monitor
what are vials, ampoules or strips examples of?
biologic monitors
what bacteria is used on chemical vapor strips?
geobacillus stearothermophilus (say that ten times fast)
what bacteria is used on dry heat strips
bacillus atropheus
when do you run your water lines?
start of day, end of day and between patients
what is the waterline maintenance at the start and end of the day?
2 minutes
how long must your run your lines between patients?
30 seconds
what is the proper order for processing instruments? (7)
instrument cleaning (ultrasonic)
rinse and dry
package
seal
sterilize
store package
use in clinic
what are the three classifications for inanimate objects?
critical
semi-critical
non-critical
what classification is an object that penetrates the soft tissue or bone? what must be done with the instrument after use?
critical
dispose or sterilize
what classification is an object that doesn't penetrate the mucus membrane? what must be done with it after use?
semi-critical
sterilize or high disinfectant
what classification is an object that doesn't touch the mucus membrane? what must be done with it after use?
non critical
intermediate level disinfection
what are the three approved effective disinfectants?