Multiple Choice
Why should ultrasonic cleaning or automatic instrument washers be used instead of routine hand-scrubbing to clean contaminated dental instruments?
A) Ultrasonic cleaning and instrument washers sterilize the instruments.
B) Ultrasonic cleaning and instrument washers are less expensive.
C) Hand-scrubbing does not get the instruments clean.
D) Hand-scrubbing increases the chances of sharps injuries.
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