Prior to discharge you determine whether a new mother knows the aseptic method for infant formula and equipment sterilization. Which comment by the mother would indicate that further clarification is needed? (Select all that apply.)
a. "I should wash the equipment in soap and water and place it in a large pan or sterilizer."
b. "I should boil the equipment for at least 15 minutes."
c. "I can use cold tap water for mixing the formula."
d. "When I remove the equipment, I should use tongs."
e. " I should mix the formula in the sterilized pitcher."
f. "Once I have prepared the formula I should pour it into the bottles, apply lids, and store it in the refrigerator."
B, C
The equipment is washed in soap and water and placed in a large pan or sterilizer. The equipment is boiled for 5 minutes. The water for mixing the formula is boiled separately
for 5 minutes. The equipment is removed with tongs, and the formula is mixed in the sterilized pitcher. The prepared formula is poured into the bottles, lids applied, and stored in the refrigerator.
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