Multiple Choice
The original equipment manufacturer (OEM) instructions that came with the new rigid endoscope system did not recommend a particular sterilization modality; however,high temperatures and ultrasonic cleaning were discouraged,and the facility recently removed the ethylene oxide sterilizers from the sterile processing department.The minimally invasive surgery (MIS) team collaborated on developing a processing procedure for their new equipment.What modality is their best option?
A) Outsource to a facility that uses ethylene oxide or gamma radiation.
B) Sterilize the entire set in the low-temperature plasma sterilization system.
C) Perform high-level disinfection in glutaraldehyde.
D) Steam sterilize the metal components and soak the nonmetal components in glutaraldehyde.
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