Which of these items should the nurse consider as being surgically aseptic?
a. Sterile pack opened out of sight line of the nurse
b. Sterile items untouched by nonsterile items
c. Instruments on a sterile field that is moist
d. An unsealed package in a cupboard
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ANS: B
Surgical asepsis (sterile technique) is an item or area free of all microorganisms and spores. Articles can be subjected to intense heat or chemical disinfectants. Once these articles are sterilized, they are dated, packaged, and sealed. Once a package is opened or outdated, it is no longer considered sterile. Moist areas are not sterile. Sterile packages should be opened in view of the nurse to verify they remain sterile.
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