Assembly and Packaging Materials Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a peel pouch in sterile packaging?
Answer: To enable sterilant penetration and maintain sterility
Peel pouches have one paper side for sterilant penetration and one clear plastic side for visibility, maintaining sterility until opened.
When double-wrapping instruments using sequential wrapping, what is the correct approach?
Answer: Wrap the item twice using two separate wrappers applied one after another
Sequential wrapping involves applying two separate wrappers one after another, each serving as an independent sterile barrier.
What is the maximum weight limit generally recommended for instrument trays before sterilization?
Answer: 25 pounds
AAMI standards recommend instrument trays should not exceed 25 pounds to ensure proper sterilization and safe handling.
Which closure method is recommended for wrapped sterilization packages?
Answer: Autoclave indicator tape
Autoclave indicator tape secures the package and provides a visual indicator that the package has been exposed to sterilization.
What does 'strike-through' refer to in sterile packaging?
Answer: Moisture or contaminants penetrating the sterile barrier
Strike-through occurs when moisture or liquids penetrate the packaging barrier, potentially allowing microorganisms to contaminate the sterile contents.
Which container system uses a valve or filter mechanism for sterilant entry?
Answer: Rigid sterilization containers
Rigid sterilization containers use valves, filters, or both to allow sterilant entry during the cycle and maintain sterility afterward.