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NHA CCMA Exam Prep 69, Cleaning Disinfection and Sterilization
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In this episode you will learn:
- The absolute rule that cleaning must always precede disinfection or sterilization to remove bioburden.
- How to apply Spaulding's Classification to determine if an instrument is critical, semi-critical, or non-critical.
- Why following the manufacturer's specified contact time is a non-negotiable step for effective disinfection.
- The critical exam concept that single-use items must never be reprocessed or reused.
- How improper cleaning is a common cause of sterilization failure and a frequent subject of exam questions.
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