ANCC Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Prep

Category - Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice Test

Which of the following is the best method of terminal sterilization?

  1. flash sterilizer
  2. prevacuum steam sterilizer
  3. washer sterilizer
  4. liquid sterilization
Explanation

Answer: B. prevacuum steam sterilizer

The best method of terminal sterilization, particularly for healthcare settings and for sterilizing a wide range of medical devices and instruments, is often considered to be the prevacuum steam sterilizer. This method utilizes steam under pressure with a prevacuum phase to remove air from the sterilization chamber, allowing for faster and more effective penetration of steam into the items being sterilized. Prevacuum steam sterilization is efficient, effective against a wide range of microorganisms including spores, and is suitable for most medical instruments and materials that can withstand heat and moisture.

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