What is the purpose of prerinsing or presoaking instruments after use?
a. To prevent blood and debris from drying on instruments
b. To prevent the instruments from rusting
c. To soften and remove dried blood and debris
d. To eliminate the need for cleaning them before sterilization
ANS: C
The purpose of prerinsing or presoaking instruments is to soften or remove the blood and debris from instruments. This also prevents debris from drying on instruments making it harder to remove.
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