Question

q10. what is the correct sequence of steps in the sterile processing workflow?
sterilization, decontamination, assembly, storage
decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage
assembly, sterilization, decontamination, storage
storage, decontamination, sterilization, assembly

Explanation:

In sterile processing workflow, first, decontamination (removing contaminants) is done. Then assembly (putting items together), followed by sterilization (making items free of microbes), and finally storage (keeping the sterile items).

Answer:

Decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage.