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- 3. Refers to the validated process used to render a medical device, which has been previously used or contaminated, fit for subsequent use.
- 5. This is a type of enzymatic detergent which is low foaming with a neutral pH. It requires a temperature of 68-95 degrees F for proper functioning.
- 7. Refers to the physical removal of soil and contaminants from an item to the extent necessary for further reprocessing of for the intended use. This must proceed disinfection or sterilization.
- 9. This is a greater than 60 minute dwell time after the scope has been pre-cleaned. (2 words)
- 10. Residual protein detection test designed to perform rapid, sensitive (>1µg) and cost effective residual protein testing.
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- 1. For delays of greater that 60 minutes between precleaning and manual cleaning the scope must undergo __________ soaking.
- 2. Refers to a process that destroys pathogens and other microorganisms by physical or chemical means.
- 4. Refers to the microbial load or organic material on a surface or object prior to decontamination or sterilization.
- 6. Refers to a matrix of different types of bacteria and extracellular material that can tightly adhere to the interior surfaces of endoscopes.
- 8. Biofilm _________ includes prompt reprocessing, cleaning according to IFU, and dry storage.