What is the purpose of a load control number?

a. To determine which OR is being used for particular procedures
b. To determine the time the item or instrument tray is being used
c. To facilitate identification and retrieval of supplies if a sterilization failure occurs
d. To track which patient is being operated on within a facility


ANS: C
The purpose of the load control number on every package of sterile items is to facilitate the identification and retrieval of supplies, if needed, in the event of a sterilization failure.

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