Surgical Technologist Exam Prep

Category - Disinfection

Which of the following items is considered to be a category I-Critical surgical item?
  1. ECG electrodes
  2. Cystoscope
  3. Internal defibrillator paddles
  4. Grounding pads
Explanation
Answer: C-Internal defibrillator paddles are an example of a category I-Critical surgical item. These types of items come into contact with the patient’s body cavity or the bloodstream and may impact the aseptic environment. Critical items must be processed through sterilization.
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