Question

select all that apply which of the following steps must be done prior to sterilizing instruments and equipment? □ disinfection □ sanitization □ air-drying □ autoclaving

Explanation:

1. Disinfection: Reduces microbial load before sterilization.
2. Sanitization: Cleans to lower contaminants, aiding sterilization.
3. Air - drying: Dries instruments; moisture can hinder sterilization (e.g., in autoclaving).
4. Autoclaving is a sterilization method, not a pre - sterilization step.

Answer:

• Disinfection
• Sanitization
• Air - drying