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Principles & Techniques of Sterilization

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show Used to sterilize articles by way of steam under pressure  
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show Vials or strips, also known as spore tests, that contain harmless bacterial spores; used to determine whether sterilization has occurred.  
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biologic monitoring   show
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chemical vapor sterilization   show
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show Place where sterilized instruments, fresh disposable supplies, and prepared trays are stored.  
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show Place where contaminated items are brought for precleaning  
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critical instruments   show
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show Instrument for sterilization by means of heated air  
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endospore   show
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show Items that come in contact with intact skin only  
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process indicators   show
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show Strips placed in packages that change color when exposed to a combination of heat, temperature, and time.  
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show Items that come in contact with oral tissues but does not penetrate soft tissue or bone  
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ultrasonic cleaner   show
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show Period of time during which a germicidal solution is effective after it has been prepared for use  
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