Sterilization Flashcards
Whats sterilization
The process used to achieve sterility
Infection
The invasion and multiplication of microrganism in the body
Antseptic
Disinfectant applied to a living tissue such as wound; pyodine
Sterilization process
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Pre-Cleaning
- Remove visible debris π§Ό
- Rinse with water πΏ
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Cleaning
- Use ultrasonic cleaner or manual scrubbing π«§
- Use detergent & water
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Rinsing & Drying
- Rinse thoroughly to remove residue π¦
- Dry completely with a lint-free cloth
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Packaging
- Wrap instruments in sterilization pouches π¦
- Seal properly
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Sterilization
- Autoclave (Steam under pressure) π₯
- Dry Heat Sterilizer (High-temperature air)
- Chemical Sterilization (Glutaraldehyde, Ethylene Oxide)
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Storage
- Keep in a clean, dry cabinet πͺ
- Maintain sterility until use
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2 Methods of sterilization
1.Physical: radioation,heat,sunlight,sonic and ultrasonic vibrations,filteration
2: Chemical:
alcohols
phenols
aldehyde
surface active agents
Sunlight is unreliable sterilization method because
spores arent killed
SL is bactericidal due toβββrays
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Dry Heat method of sterilization
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)
Different temp of autoclave?
121ββ>15 minutes
134ββ-> 3-4 minutes
Types of autoclave and which is better?
B type , N type and B type is better (B for better)