When coming into the sterile processing department first shift after a weekend, the first step in opening the department and starting the autoclaves is to __________. 

The validation process is performed by the manufacturing company.

All sterilization methods cycles, especially those that include implants, should have ____________ to ensure the sterilization process is effective.

Sterilized packages may be jeopardized due to the storage practices in the department.

A physical monitor on a steam sterilizer is the_________________.

WORD BANK Point of Use Processing Immediate Use Steam Sterilization Terminal Sterilization Bioburden Saturated Steam Sterility Assurance Level Permissible Exposure Limits Time Weighted Average Oxidation Aeration Residual Eto Safety Data Sheet DEFINITION (PLEASE TYPE WORD AS SHOWN IN WORD BANK) The probability of a viable microorganism being present on a product unit after sterilization

According to our class discussion, what is the most common prevac load parameters?

The door is the weakest part of the steam sterilizer.

_______________ is an international standard used by participating organizations to help assure that they consistently deliver quality services and products.

The load printout with the cycle parameters from the autoclave, process challenge pack integrator, and the biological indicator vial should be placed in the autoclaves load envelope for permanent record keeping of the cycle.