Question

9.which principle is associated with sterile technique? select all that apply. one, some, or all responses may apply. sterile objects can only be touched by other sterile objects. sterile objects that touch clean objects or surfaces are considered contaminated. sterile objects can only be placed on the sterile field. opening sterile object to the air maintains sterility. sterile objects and the sterile field must remain in the nurses range of vision. during the surgical hand scrub, the nurse allows excess water to drip from their fingertips.

Explanation:

Sterile technique principles include that sterile objects should only contact other sterile objects, contact with non - sterile (clean) items contaminates them, they should be placed on the sterile field, and the sterile area must be in view. Opening to air can contaminate, and the hand - scrub water drip is not directly related to sterile object principles.

Answer:

Sterile objects can only be touched by other sterile objects.
Sterile objects that touch clean objects or surfaces are considered contaminated.
Sterile objects can only be placed on the sterile field.
Sterile objects and the sterile field must remain in the nurse’s range of vision.