A special strip or tag that confirms that the items in an autoclave have been exposed to the correct volume of steam at the correct temperature for the correct length of time is a sterilization ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


indicator

Sterilization indicators are strips, tags, inserts, tapes, or tubes that confirm that the items in an autoclave have been exposed to the correct volume of steam at the correct temperature for the correct length of time for sterilization to occur.

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