Which is one of the three known residual products found after EO sterilization?
a. Ethylene chloride
b. Ethylene alcohol
c. Ethylene glycol
d. Hydrogen peroxide
ANS: C
Because EO gas exerts toxic residual products such as ethylene oxide, ethylene glycol, and ethylene chlorohydrin, adequate aeration is necessary to prevent the absorbent materials from coming into contact with skin or tissues.
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