Why do you need to check the date and sterilization indicator on an instrument pack prior to opening?
A. To be sure items inside will work
B. To avoid putting the patient at risk for postoperative infection
C. To be sure the package was stored properly
D. To make sure all the proper instruments are in the pack
E. To be sure the items inside have not been exposed to moisture
B. To avoid putting the patient at risk for postoperative infection
Check the date and sterilization indicator to make sure the sterilization date has not passed; this helps avoid putting the patient at risk for postoperative infection.
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