Prepare a surgical pack for sterilization.

Preparation should include

  • gathering the appropriate instruments, supplies, and instrument pan
  • selecting the appropriate packaging material and chemical indicator
  • assembling the pack by following the instructions on the checklist
  • placing the chemical indicator in the correct area of the pack
  • properly wrapping, securing, and labeling the pack.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is a chemical indicator and what purpose does it serve?
  • Why should the instruments be placed on the surgical tray from largest to smallest and facing the same direction?
  • What are various methods for sterilizing instruments?

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