Which of the following statements reflect the principles of sterile technique?
A. The edge of a sterile field and a border 1 inch inward is unsterile.
B. If a package is not labeled as sterile, it should be considered unsterile.
C. Sterile objects that come in contact with unsterile objects are to be considered contaminated.
D. Any part of a sterile field that hangs below the top of the table is sterile as long as it is not touched.
E. When a sterile field becomes wet, it remains sterile as long as the items on the field are not touched.
F. Items in a sterile package must be used immediately once the package has been opened; otherwise they are considered contaminated.
Ans:
A. The edge of a sterile field and a border 1 inch inward is unsterile.
B. If a package is not labeled as sterile, it should be considered unsterile.
C. Sterile objects that come in contact with unsterile objects are to be considered contaminated
F. Items in a sterile package must be used immediately once the package has been opened; otherwise they are considered contaminated.
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