Sterilization Flashcards

1
Q

Whats sterilization

A

The process used to achieve sterility

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2
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Infection

A

The invasion and multiplication of microrganism in the body

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3
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Antseptic

A

Disinfectant applied to a living tissue such as wound; pyodine

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4
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Sterilization process

A

START
↓
Pre-Cleaning
- Remove visible debris 🧼
- Rinse with water 🚿
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Cleaning
- Use ultrasonic cleaner or manual scrubbing 🫧
- Use detergent & water
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Rinsing & Drying
- Rinse thoroughly to remove residue πŸ’¦
- Dry completely with a lint-free cloth
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Packaging
- Wrap instruments in sterilization pouches πŸ“¦
- Seal properly
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Sterilization
- Autoclave (Steam under pressure) πŸ”₯
- Dry Heat Sterilizer (High-temperature air)
- Chemical Sterilization (Glutaraldehyde, Ethylene Oxide)
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Storage
- Keep in a clean, dry cabinet πŸšͺ
- Maintain sterility until use
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END βœ…

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5
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2 Methods of sterilization

A

1.Physical: radioation,heat,sunlight,sonic and ultrasonic vibrations,filteration

2: Chemical:
alcohols
phenols
aldehyde
surface active agents

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6
Q

Sunlight is unreliable sterilization method because

A

spores arent killed

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7
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SL is bactericidal due to——–rays

A

uv

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8
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Dry Heat method of sterilization

A

hot air oven
160 degree
duration of 1 hour

170 degree
40 minutes

180 degree
20 minutes

(10 degree barhao tw minutes 20 kam kardo)

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9
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Different temp of autoclave?

A

121β€”β€”>15 minutes
134β€”β€”-> 3-4 minutes

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10
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Types of autoclave and which is better?

A

B type , N type and B type is better (B for better)

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