Question

select all that apply
which of the following are considered noncritical items in terms of disinfection and sterilization?

reflex hammers
gowns and sheets
blood pressure cuffs
forceps
scissors

Explanation:

Noncritical items in disinfection/sterilization are those that come into contact with intact skin (not mucous membranes or sterile tissue). Reflex hammers, gowns/sheets, and blood pressure cuffs contact intact skin, so they are noncritical. Forceps and scissors (if used in sterile areas) are critical/semicritical, so they don't apply.

Answer:

A. Reflex hammers, B. Gowns and sheets, C. Blood pressure cuffs