Basins should be loaded into a steam sterilizer on the basins edge.

Exposure monitoring is not required for all personnel using a hydrogen peroxide sterilizer.

The relative humidity of the assembly area should be 30% to 60%.

The term para means beside or near.

The term “one-way flow” of materials refers to movement of products from soiled areas to clean areas in the CS department.

Jewelry should not worn in the SPD because it harbors bacteria, and can cause damage to packages.

A closed case cart system is an example of a type of containment for transport used to minimize the spread of microorganisms.

Pasteurizers disinfect using milk.

Before an item can be placed in a low temp sterilization processing system they must be cleaned. 

In addition to providing financial and operational management, information technology systems are used to help ensure patient safety.