Nova Scotia Road Rules Practice Exam

What is the first major step in reprocessing a contaminated surgical instrument?

Cleaning and decontamination Packaging Storage Sterilization

Cleaning and decontamination

Sterilization is ineffective if soil remains. Instruments must first be cleaned and decontaminated according to manufacturer instructions.

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