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CNOR Operating Room Nursing

Category - Disinfection

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What is the term for removing blood or body fluids from instruments or devices while still in the operating room?
  1. Neutralizing
  2. Sterilizing
  3. Purification
  4. Decontamination
Explanation
Answer: D-Decontamination is the term for removing blood or body fluids from instruments or devices while still in the operating room. Decontamination is the first step toward cleaning instruments and involves removing excess soiling. Decontamination begins just after the surgical procedure has finished and prepares instruments for sterilization by removing debris from the surface level.
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