Microbiology for Surgical Technologists
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ISBN: 9781337243209
Author: Margaret Rodriguez
Publisher: Cengage Learning US
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Chapter 4, Problem 5UTM
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To explain: The action step that should be done if the biological indicator shows positive growth following the process in question 3.
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The autoclave is a device that is used to sterilize the biological laboratory equipment. It uses the power of steam (high pressure and moist) to kill the microbes that are resistant to powerful detergents and boiling water.
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Microbiology for Surgical Technologists
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